Honda CR-V: General Information

Chassis and Paint Codes

Vehicle Identification Number

1. Manufacturer, Make and Type of Vehicle
   • 5J6: Honda of America Mfg., Inc., U.S.A.
     Honda Multipurpose passenger vehicle
   • JHL: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
     Honda Multipurpose passenger vehicle
2. Line, Body and Engine Type
   • RE3: CR-V 2WD/K24Z1
   • RE4: CR-V 4WD/K24Z1
3. Body Type and Transmission Type
   • 8: 5-door/5-speed Automatic
4. Vehicle Grade (Series)
   • 3: LX
   • 5: EX
   • 7: EX-L
5. Check Digit
6. Model Year
   • 7: '07
7. Factory Code
   • L: East Liberty, Ohio Plant, USA
   • C: Saitama Factory in Japan
8. Serial Number
   • 000001-: USA Models
   • 800001-: Canada Models

Engine Number

1. Engine Type
   K24Z1: 2.4 L DOHC i-VTEC Sequential Multiport Fuel-injected engine
2. Serial Number
   1000001-: Producted in Ohio plant
   1410001-: Producted in Saitama factory (4WD)
   1740001-: Producted in Saitama factor (2WD)

Transmission Number

1. Transmission Type
   MZJA: 5-speed Automatic (2WD)
   MZHA: 5-speed Automatic (4WD)
2. Serial Number

Paint Code

Identification Number Locations

Danger/Warning/Caution Label Locations

Front Passenger's Compartment:

NOTE: FRONT PASSENGER (CHILD SEAT) AIRBAG WARNING TAG is installed on the glove box in the USA models.

Steering Wheel:

Rear Passenger's Compartment:

Doorjamb:

Under-hood Emission Control Label

Emission Group Identification

Example:

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA TIER 2 BIN 5 REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 2007 MODEL YEAR NEW LIGHT-DUTY TRUCKS AND CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 2007 MODEL YEAR NEW LEV II ULEV LIGHT-DUTY TRUCKS.

Test Group and Evaporative Family

Test Group:

1. Model Year
   7: '07
2. Manufacturer Subcode
   HNX: HONDA
3. Family Type
   T: LDT
4. Displacement Group
5. Sequence Characters

Evaporative Family:

1. Model Year
   7: '07
2. Manufacturer Subcode
   HNX: HONDA
3. Family Type
   R: EVAP/ORVR
4. Canister Work Capacity
5. Sequence Characters

Lift and Support Points

NOTE: If you are going to remove heavy components such as the suspension or the fuel tank from the rear of the vehicle, first support the front of the vehicle with tall safety stands. When substantial weight is removed from the rear of the vehicle, the center of gravity can change, causing the vehicle to tip forward on the lift.

Vehicle Lift

1. Position the lift blocks (A) under the vehicle's front support points (B) and rear support points (C).

2. Raise the lift a few inches, and rock the vehicle gently to be sure it is firmly supported.

3. Raise the lift to its full height, and inspect the vehicle support points for solid contact with the lift blocks.

Safety Stands

To support the vehicle on safety stands, use the same support points (B and C) as for a vehicle lift. Always use safety stands when working on or under any vehicle that is supported only by a jack.

Floor Jack

1. When lifting the front of the vehicle, set the parking brake. When lifting the rear of the vehicle, put the shift lever in the P position.

2. Block the wheels that are not being lifted.

3. Position the floor jack under the front jacking bracket (A) or the rear jacking bracket (B). Center the jacking bracket on the jack lift platform (C), and jack up the vehicle high enough to fit the safety stands under it.

4. Position the safety stands under the support points, and adjust them so the vehicle is level.

5. Lower the vehicle onto the stands.

Towing

If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never tow the vehicle behind another vehicle with a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.

Emergency Towing

There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle.

Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads the vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the best way of transporting the vehicle.

To accommodate flat-bed equipment, the vehicle is equipped with front towing hooks (A), front tie down hook slots (B), rear towing hook (C), and rear tie down hook slots (D).

The rear towing hook can be used with a winch to pull the vehicle onto the truck, and the tie down hook slots can be used to secure the vehicle to truck:

Front:

Rear:

Wheel Lift Equipment - The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lifts them off the ground. The other two wheels remain on the ground. Never tow the vehicle with wheel lift equipment.

Sling-type Equipment - The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables lift that end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted. This method of towing the vehicle is unacceptable.

The only recommended way of towing the CR-V is on a flat-bed truck. Towing the 4WD CR-V with only two wheels on the ground will damage parts of the 4WD system. The 2WD CR-V may also be towed with the front wheels off the ground, or with all four wheels on the ground.

If the 2WD CR-V cannot be transported by a flat-bed, it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is damaged, and the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, or if the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, do this.

• Release the parking brake.
• Start the engine.
• Shift to the D position, then to the N position.
• Turn off the engine.
• Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock.
• Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize battery current draw.

It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).

NOTICE

• Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine, the vehicle must be transported on a flat-bed.
• Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight.

Parts Marking

To deter vehicle theft, certain major components are marked with the vehicle identification number (VIN).

Original parts have self-adhesive labels. Replacement body parts have generic self-adhesive labels. These labels should not be removed. The original engine or transmission VIN plates are not transferable to the replacement engine or transmission.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the parts marking labels during body repair. Mask the labels before repainting the part.

Precautions for Real-time 4WD (Four-wheel Drive)

Under normal conditions, the vehicle is in 2WD (front-wheel drive). However, the system will instantly transmit appropriate driving force to the rear wheels (depending on the driving force of the front wheels and the road conditions).

The Real-time 4WD-Dual Pump System does not have a manual switch to disable the 4WD system. Whenever service work requires spinning the front or rear wheels with the engine, always lift up and support the vehicle so all four wheels are off the ground.

Specifications

Standards and Service Limits

Engine Electrical

Engine Assembly

Cylinder Head

Engine Block

Engine Lubrication

Cooling System

Fuel and Emissions

Automatic Transmission and A/T Differential

Rear Differential

Steering

Suspension

Brakes

Air Conditioning

Design Specifications

Body Specifications

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