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| How many folks out there have opted for the re-usable K&N air filter for the CRV? This re-usable filter drops in the original housing and seems cost effective since even through mail order, the stock air filter is about $19. The 100,000 K&N filter (with cleanings)is only about $45. By the way, how do you clean those things anyway? Looks like a cleaning kit is needed? | |
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I have a 02 EX and have purchased the wider (03) dashboard center pocket to replace the current narrower one. I printed out the installation instructions to remove the old pocket with diagrams. It does not show how to remove the dashboard center panel (covering the stereo and vents) which must be done first. There are two screws on the bottom of this panel which I have removed but I can't swing it out. I also have the metal dash kit on this panel which I hope won't complicate things. Can anyone instruct me how this panel is removed? Any help would be appreciated. |
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| I believe there are two clips under the bottom edge of the cubby insert. You'll need a long, thin, flat-tipped screwdriver to pry the clips lose. | |
I installed the keyless entry on my '04 LX last night in about 5 minutes. Although the instructions say to disconnect the battery, I didn't bother (this on the advice of an electrical engineer friend). I just plugged the existing connector into the receiver unit. As a result, NO programming required, NO resetting of the auto-windows, NO resetting of the radio or clock. And no dirty fingers from the battery terminal  Once it was plugged in, I just pressed the key fob, and voila. Like I said, it worked for me, but YMMV. Some more knowledgeable than I might say this was a Real Bad Idea, but I wasn't too worried about plugging in a 5-pin connector. Also-- I compared prices with handa-accessories, and cheaphondaparts.com was a bit less--plus if your order is over $200 (easy to accomplish ), it's a flat 19.95. Nice people too--they let me add two items to the order (order hadn't shipped yet, since it was after 5 on a Friday), with essentially free shipping, since I was already over $200 with the keyless and cargo cover. Nice guys to deal with!
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(my apologies in advance if this is already covered in the Problems forum--I just discovered this excellent Town Hall, and just finished reading through all posts in the Accessories forum. Whew!) I have an '04 LX, and would like more volume, but I don't want to add a subwoofer (I want volume, not just bass boost). I added the 2 tweeters, so it's now equivalent to an EX (minus the CD changer), but still not quite as loud as I would like. I assume I need to add a 4-channel amp, but as far as I know Honda doesn't offer one. I'd also like to install it myself, since I'm cheap (I installed the tweeters, but that was pretty easy, since they came with the wiring harnesses and 13-pin connectors). I can handle detailed instructions (and removal of dash panels ), but I don't have the test equipment to determine which wires go to what. So I'm looking for a relatively easy DIY installation if possible. With that in mind, any advice on what I should buy (and where) would be greatly appreciated! |
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| I would contact crutchfield.com regarding an amp and the proper wiring harness. I have had great success with them not specifically on car stereo stuff but on other electronics. They do carry an extensive car stereo line of quality gear. | |
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Thanks for the advice tomk17! I went to crutchfield, and downloaded their free car stereo installation manual. Whew! In case anyone else wants to get more sound, I hope you have a whole day free, or some $$ for an installer. Installing a multi-channel amp appears to about twice as hard as installing a subwoofer (which itself looks like no simple task). The amp plus cables will cost about $250 (not including installation, of course). Assuming you are keeping the CR-V stereo, do make sure you get an amp with speaker-level inputs (I just learned that phrase )
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One of your posts you mentioned purch your Honda in Doylestown. I shopped a lot of the dealers in this area - wondering what other accessories you had put on by Keenan Honda. Keyless entry came with your vehicle from them, right? the leather seats you mention do sound like pretty good. I could go ahead and shop the area for some places that would coordinate with the Saddle interior on my Chianti Red V. |
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Hello bshel, From Keenan Honda I ordered black leather heated seats ($1400) and fog lights ($450). Keenan Honda also gave me 5 peace kit (4 rubber mats and cargo net) as a bonus. In my opinion, all those options proved to be very practical and worth every penny spent. You may buy new Honda fogs on internet at 1/2 of that price if you are able to install them yourself. Keyless entry is standard for EX model. Initially we were looking for Chianti Red with Saddle interior, but my wife did not like color and quality of Saddle leather and color of interior plastic. So my advice is to check it first before ordering. We choose black exterior and interior and very happy with it. Keep in mind that leather seats and heaters made NOT by Honda, but if you order them from Keenan Honda they are included in Honda warranty. I bought my EX in May 03, I got about 19K already, so far - so good. |
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