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How do you change the differential (rear) in 2005 Honda CRV
It has a transaxle, there is no separate differential fluid.
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B = Oil/Filter change, safety, mechanical, and emissions inspection. 1 = Rotate Tires 3 = Change transmission fluid 6 = Change differential fluid
ATV engine oil 10W40
A grinding noise heard from the rear of a Honda CR-V all-wheel drive model (look for the presence of a differential and axles to the rear wheels, also the "AWD" emblem or logo on the rear glass or tailgate) is typically the result of neglect in servicing the dual pump fluid in the rear differential. Failure to change the fluid causes friction in the differential as the fluid degrades it's ability to lubricate the clutch plates. The noise occurs on sharp turns as that is when the differential works the hardest coping with inside/outside wheel speed differences. Change the fluid using the Honda Dual Pump fluid, test drive and change again as needed until the noise is gone or you need a diff. unit (very rare). All Honda dealers carry this fluid and are familiar with this issue.
every 30,000 miles or when fluid is dark brown depending on your driving habits, highway or city miles determine time and mileage.
B = Change engine oil/filter 1 = Rotate Tires 6 = Replace rear differential fluid (if equipped)
My mamual says to change differential at 100,000 miles. My mamual says to change differential at 100,000 miles.
B = Oil/Filter change, safety, mechanical, and emissions inspection.1 = Rotate Tires3 = Change transmission fluid6 = Change differential fluid
A = Change the oil/filter 1 = Rotate the tires 2 = Replace the Air Filter 6 = Replace Differential Fluid