Honda CR-V: Engine Coolant / Checking the Coolant
- Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
- Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
- If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add the specified
coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
- Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water...
Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
Turn the reserve tank cap 1/8 turn
counterclockwise and relieve any pressure
in the coolant system...
Other information:
The scheduled maintenance intervals for replacing
the filter is indicated on the driver information
interface. Follow the information of when to replace
them.
The temperature gauge pointer is at the
mark
when you restart the engine after driving under high
load conditions such as at high speed or in hilly
terrain...
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