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Re: CR-V A/C pressure HOT [krista1]
by fussycrvowner
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Jun 26, 2009 (4:54 am)
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Replying to: krista1 (Jun 25, 2009 7:07 pm)
What you could try is taking to a dealer and paying around $80 to evacuate and recharge the system. Along with that they check the pressures and diagnose problems for you. It's possible that your system is way overcharged and that the pressure safety switches have shut down to protect the compressor from damage. After the dealer makes their assessment, ask them to contact Honda corporate and see if they will make a "goodwill" adjustment for the cost of the repairs. I had mine go out at 39K miles and Honda covered the cost of the parts. I ended up paying only $700 for the cost of the labor. At least with the diagnostic you aren't guessing as to what the problem is and throwing money after unnecessary parts.
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- #6281 of 6447
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Re: CR-V A/C pressure HOT [krista1]
by blueiedgod
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Jun 26, 2009 (8:40 am)
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Replying to: krista1 (Jun 25, 2009 7:07 pm)
I had a friend check the pressure in my A/C to see if that is why it wasn't working. I bought my 04 Honda a year and a half ago in the winter time (didn't check the air) I have gone a year and a half without air and though it would be a quick fix. Normal pressure is 45 and mine was at 160 (danger zone). What am I supposed to do, is it dangerous to drive around with it being so high, is there a way to get it lowered? I'm sure it is some kind of compressure problem (like so many of you have, but I really can't afford a 2000.00 repair bill!!! HELP!!!
Is it 160 psi on the "high" side or the "low" side?
Pressure could be high because someone charged it with the wrong refrigerant or the refrigerant had the wrong oil in it.
I agree, if you have no tools or knowledge, you are better off taking it to Honda and finding out what is wrong before compressor explodes and you have a $3000 repair. It may be as simple as an $80 evacuate and recharge.
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- #6282 of 6447
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2004 CRV Rear Suspension Clunk
by tomk17
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Jun 26, 2009 (11:05 am)
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A nagging "clunk" sound has developed in my wife's CRV when driving or medium sized bumps. Pretty sure it's in the rear suspension although when looking around under there and grabbing pieces / shaking, nothing seems overly loose. Vehicle has been super with 120K miles, bringing to dealer soon to mount / balance some new tires I bought (yes dealer cost for this is only $50 to mount/balance all 4!). Will have them check but any past experience from you folks would be appreciated. Strut, sway bar, differential halves, etc? Thanks
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- #6283 of 6447
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I need to replace timing belt on my 1999 CR-V
by lou777
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Jun 29, 2009 (6:47 pm)
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I need to replace timing belt and water pump on my 1999 CR-V. I am not familiar with this task other than bits and pieces told to me by a helpful mechanic. I've also bought 3 belts (alternator, etc.) since it makes sense to replace these too. Also, do I need to replace the tensioner and do I need some kind of yellow glue for some engine seals? Is there a free website that has step by step instructions on how to do this?
Lou
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- #6284 of 6447
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crv exl 09 drivers seat problem
by extell1
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Jul 01, 2009 (5:47 pm)
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I just bought an 09 EXL and I've noticed that the drivers seat isn't that comfortable.
If I sit with my rump all the way back, its ok. But if you scouch an inch or 2 forward, it feels like im siting on a hard lump. Seems like I sink into a depression also. Very annoying. Has anyone else have this trouble on thier leather seats?
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- #6285 of 6447
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Re: I need to replace timing belt on my 1999 CR-V [lou777]
by blueiedgod
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Jul 02, 2009 (8:59 am)
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Replying to: lou777 (Jun 29, 2009 6:47 pm)
I need to replace timing belt and water pump on my 1999 CR-V. I am not familiar with this task other than bits and pieces told to me by a helpful mechanic. I've also bought 3 belts (alternator, etc.) since it makes sense to replace these too. Also, do I need to replace the tensioner and do I need some kind of yellow glue for some engine seals? Is there a free website that has step by step instructions on how to do this?
Lou
Since you stand saving $600 on labor y doing it your self, may I suggest purchasing the official Honda manual from Helm Corporation. Also, since you already are there, might as well replace the water pump. Even though it is not worn out, it will save you time by not having to replace it 50,000 miles later.
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- #6286 of 6447
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Re: crv exl 09 drivers seat problem [extell1]
by bigdadi118
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Jul 03, 2009 (6:53 am)
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Replying to: extell1 (Jul 01, 2009 5:47 pm)
I have the uncomfortable driver seat in my 08 Pilot also.
Always feel a pressure point on my right hip pocket area. It still same even I changed the sitting cushioning underneath the fabric with the OEM Honda one ordered online from www.bernadiparts.com. Paid another $100 the auto upholstery guy to do replacement.
I brought it to the dealer and got the usual reply: "nothing wrong with the seat", "that's how it comes with". What a waste of time.
Now my only solution is put an extra sheep skin cover (bought at Costco) on top the driver seat to minimize the un-comfort. Seat is a simple thing and Honda can't make it work right, yuck.
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- #6287 of 6447
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Re: 2004 CRV Rear Suspension Clunk [tomk17]
by tomk17
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Jul 10, 2009 (7:39 am)
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Replying to: tomk17 (Jun 26, 2009 11:05 am)
The clunk was the rear sway bar bushings which I suspected. I could bang on the sway bar in back and simulate the noise. The dealer has learned that they should (and did) replace the connecting links (small 1/4" links that run vertically from the sway bar up to some other suspension part) at the same time or the sound gets even worse. For $235 it's done. Since I rarely spend any moneu on the CRV was well worth it.
Also had them mount some Pirelli P4 tire that I purchased on-line and do a 4 wheel alignment. Runs / rides great. Paid only $64 for the upsized 215-70-15 tires.
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- #6288 of 6447
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Re: crv exl 09 drivers seat problem [bigdadi118]
by kcall2
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Jul 11, 2009 (1:22 pm)
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Replying to: bigdadi118 (Jul 03, 2009 6:53 am)
Easy diagnosis/cure. Both you and extell1 have too big a wad of cash in your hip pocket. Send the extra to me - or alternately get an older BMW hobby car.
Problem solved! 
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- #6289 of 6447
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Re: '09 CRV EXL - Sunroof Rattle within 50 miles [dmaccioc]
by trp182
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Jul 11, 2009 (3:49 pm)
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Replying to: dmaccioc (May 10, 2009 8:51 am)
Hi....I had the same issue......heard it the following day after purchase. Drove me crazy. My son is a gm mechanic and he offered to fix it for me but I was concerned it would void my warranty. The first time I brought it in they " adjusted and lubed the sunroof" track. Noise went away for a few days. Now bear in mind what they do and what they tell you they did may be two different things. The mechanic may get paid to "adjust" the sunroof" but normally do not get paid to put dynomat or foam in the headliner to stop the rattle. Brought it back a few weeks later and made the service guy drive the car with me in it to show him the rattle. Don't know what they "really" did but it has been gone for over 5 months now. I think they put extra foam pieces when the sunroof metal bracket pieces are but I can't be sure. Now I get a little hum in my drivers door once in a while. I think I will either leave it alone or let my son fix it. Since I only hear it once every couple of weeks it does not bother me that much. But that vibration/rattle right over your head by the sunroof that was making me HATE my brand new car. I think the crvs in general have a lot of squeaks and rattles. The loaner car they gave me had its own different squeaks and rattles going. I had a Dodge Aries K Car(don't laugh my 1st car and I had over 160,000 miles on it when it was totalled, Chevy Beretta, and Nissan Sentra. All of those cars were super quiet so I was surprised how noisy the Honda is. And yes I realize it is an SUV, I have been in other SUV's that are much quieter. But I do otherwise love my CRV. I would buy it again.So in short.........I know your post is a few months old..........Honda should be able to fix it.
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