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Honda CR-V Rear Differential Problem?

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#356 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [scrapperanne] by 2001hondacrv

Jul 12, 2009 (10:43 am)

Replying to: scrapperanne (Jul 12, 2009 9:55 am)
I have a 2001 CRV which I purchased in 2003 with 27,000 miles. I still have my CRV as my only vehicle and it now is getting ready to turn over 80,000 miles. If you are able to get a 2005 with only 29,000 miles on it at a great price, I'd go for it. This will be a fantastic car for your son.
 
My dealer told me that the rear diff needs to be changed approximately every 15K miles. Now, given that I've put 50,000 miles on my car in the last 6 years, I don't drive it all that much. I've had my rear diff changed twice and it's due again. I live in Ohio, it runs me about $120 to have done and I wait for it.
 
I've done normal maintenance on my car over the last six years, timing belt change, new clutch, oil changes, etc. and this CRV is absolutely the best car I've had to date hands down (I've had Toyotas and other Hondas as well). I think especially for a teen, this will be a great vehicle in good weather and bad - I have a 16 yo son who is learning to drive now, although isn't able to drive my 5 speed yet, but I wouldn't hesitate to get him the same thing.
 
Good luck with the test drive - I would ask the dealer to make sure the rear diff is changed before you do take it - when I first bought mine (out of state), they told me it was the brakes, which I had replaced at that time. The rear diff is an easy fix.

#357 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [2001hondacrv] by scrapperanne

Jul 12, 2009 (10:47 am)

Replying to: 2001hondacrv (Jul 12, 2009 10:43 am)
Thanks for taking the time to respond. Our teen driver (a daughter, actually) turns 17 this November. She's not driving actively just yet, either, but when this opportunity presented itself, we couldn't look the other way. I figure if she waits another year to drive, I can at least use this vehicle to escort her to her various and sundry activities and save the mileage on my Sienna which is a 2005 and has $86,000K on it!

#358 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [scrapperanne] by isellhondas

Jul 12, 2009 (2:42 pm)

Replying to: scrapperanne (Jul 12, 2009 10:47 am)
You really have nothing at all to worry about. Minor things can get so overblown in these forums! The vast majority of CRV's will never have any kind of a problem with their differentials making noise.
 
I change our rear diff fluid in our CRV every 30K and that's probably overkill.
 
If you had read the fourms before you bought your Sienna, you probably wouldn't have bought it! Some V-6 Toyotas had problems with their oil sludging up and ruining the engines. The forums made it sound like EVERY Sienna was doomed to premature failure but as a percentage, very few were affected.
 
The people who had the problems wee the people who stretched out their oil changes too long.
 
I suppose if Sienna owners read these tales of sludge it may have led them to rethink their oil change schedule.

#359 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [isellhondas] by scrapperanne

Jul 13, 2009 (6:21 am)

Replying to: isellhondas (Jul 12, 2009 2:42 pm)
Thank you for this note of encouragement. Incidentally, I LOVE my Sienna and could not be more pleased. (My husband does change the oil regularly. ) Actually, I've purchased two, new since 2001 and my first one (sold to my sister) is going strong as well.

#360 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [scrapperanne] by isellhondas

Jul 13, 2009 (10:48 am)

Replying to: scrapperanne (Jul 13, 2009 6:21 am)
The bad publicity I'm sure hurt Toyota as these problems tend to get over amplified in forums such as this. Misery loves company and a lot of people love to blame their lack of attention to the manufacturer.
 
V-6 Toyota engines probably are more sensitive to lack of oil changes than some other cars and people who skimp on oil changes end up with sludged engines.
 
For people like you and me and most others, there would never be a problem.

#361 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [scrapperanne] by blueiedgod

Jul 14, 2009 (9:38 am)

Replying to: scrapperanne (Jul 12, 2009 9:37 am)
I own an 05 EX AWD, and change the fluid once a year. I am in Buffalo, so AWD gets its daily work out between the months of October and April.
 
I have yet to have to burnish the clutches. It is only needed when the noise is persistent. A simple fluid change is all it needs. Use Honda DPF od DPFII, there is no aftermarket alternative.
 
Also, if the vehicle you are looking at is automatic, change the ATF as well. Use Honda ATF Z-1 only, there is no substitute.
 
Brake fluid needs to be changed every 3 years, regardless of mileage. You can use Honda DOT3, or quality DOT 3 fluid. I prefer using Honda fluids in all of my Hondas.
 
I do all my own maintenance, it is not difficult. A couple of jackstands, an SUV jack and a set of tools is all one would need. Helm Inc publishes the official shop manual for Honda, and sells them to the public. It is great for DIYer!!!! It has all the specs and detailed diagrams.
 
If the CR-V you are looking at has the original Dueler H/T tires they are way past their useful life. When looking at tires, you should buy all 4 at the same time, as the AWD system is activated by the difference in rotation velocity between front and rear wheel. Different tires may or may not set it off and cause binding, overheating, and/or failure.
 
I am just curious what you would consider a good deal on a 2005 CR-V EX AWD (I would assume) with 29,000 miles?

#362 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [Francisder] by wardbob

Aug 12, 2009 (8:19 am)

Replying to: Francisder (Jul 12, 2009 10:13 am)
Where can I find the technical bulletin?
 
Thanks!
 
Bob

#364 of 481 Re: Looking to purchase 2005 CRV EX, 29K miles [Francisder] by wardbob

Aug 12, 2009 (8:39 am)

Replying to: Francisder (Jul 12, 2009 10:13 am)
I found the bulletin.
 
http://www.in.honda.com/Rjanisis/pubs/SB/A07-024.PDF
 
Thanks!
 
Bob

#365 of 481 Re: 2007 Honda AWD CRV Differential Problems [isellhondas] by motoguy128

Aug 18, 2009 (1:58 pm)

Replying to: isellhondas (Jun 26, 2009 7:12 am)
So, how much longer will an engine last that has had 3-4000 mile oil changes vs. one that only gets an oil change every 7500 miles?
 
You're assuming that oil at 7500 miles offers significantly less protection than at 4000. Why not change hte oil at 1000 then? Why is 3000 OK and 2000 too short???
 
The reality is 3000 miles itnervals were originally used as a standard for older cars with inferior engine seals, piston rings, incomplete combustion, among other issues. On top of that, oil quality and performance has improved dramatically.
 
All mfg's recommed at least 5000 and most 7500 or even 10,000 unless it's "severe" duty, where the engine spnds a lot of time idling (taxis, police cars, commercial use) or at high RPM's (towing).

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