2002 Honda CR-V Starter replacement the best and easy way!!!!!!

I been checking a lot of videos and they removed a lot of extra plugs and cables. Watch the video until the end and do it yourself on 30 minutes. If I miss something just comment and I will try to guide you on the right direction. Here is the link of where I purchased the starter::::: www.partsgeek....

[@Cyborg-911]

Can't believe I watched the whole video,but you did a great job on everything.People watch this and learn how to do it right!! Fantanstic!!

[@peacegod8059]

Bro you saved me so many steps , it’s a shame your video isn’t number 1 !!! Thank you

[@flako4u77]

Thanks bro really appreciate it the complement. I been trying to do all my mechanic jobs as easy I can, aso glad it helps you.

[@miket3094]

Thanks for the great video Flako!!! Had intermittent slow crank, sometimes it would start, sometimes not. Starter tested good when tested on vehicle at local auto parts store. Everything pointed me back to the starter. New battery too. How do people take it out from below? Too crowded from below on my 2005 crv. I was hesitant to attempt this repair but your video made me comfortable to try the repair. Feels damn good to fix your own vehicle, even if you have to do some extra wrenching. Got a pair of long needlenose pliers like in your video, used them to push on that small hose on the manifold. Thanks again and keep the videos coming bro.

[@flako4u77]

Totally agree with you bro when you accomplish any type of work you feel so proud of yourself as you should be. To remove it from under the vehicle is really complicate it its why I don’t did a video doing it from under. I like to work smarter not harder 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@seeing1111]

Did this today and you made the best video. I didn't even break the green clips. Thank you my good man

[@flako4u77]

Well done bro so glad you did it proud of you as you must be proud of yourself

[@rafaelbuelna4993]

I replaced the starter on our CRV by following your instructions exactly. It was a complete success. Not to difficult. Thanks you for posting this video

[@flako4u77]

You welcome. I’m so glad that this video was a success for you well done.

[@溆易焱]

👍👍

[@joshperez525]

Q😂😅

[@jadenpage_wrxt]

Just followed this video to change my gf’s starter on her ‘04. We thought it was the battery cause putting a jump pack on it helped it start when it was having starting problems. It wouldn’t start with a jump pack or an actual jump start when it got stuck in a parking lot the other day. Watched this video, snagged a junkyard starter and got the gf’s car running in the last two days. Getting her’s out and putting the new one in took maybe 2 and a half hours, but i’m an experienced Subaru mechanic so may be different for you. Very easy besides the 17mm bolt on the starter. Had to stand on her valve cover to yank the bolt upwards to break it, since I didn’t have a pipe/breaker bar. Started right up first try after it was all said and done. Good vid 👍

[@gingerello4027]

Best video on this replacement by far. Thanks !

[@flako4u77]

Thanks Gingerello so glad to hear that 🙏🙏🙏

[@johnnytenner8549]

👍

[@MontyBird45]

Nicely done. Overall, the information contained here was invaluable. I approached the project with confidence and saved at least $350 (after deducting $300 for new tools).I hadn't done this kind for work in 60 years. The auto shop quoted me $650 to replace the starter in my 2002 CRV L-4. The dealer quoted $1,600. I just today began the process of dismantling, and this video has been invaluable, except for not showing the actual removal of the two starter mounting bolts. I just finished installing the (rebuilt) starter, and it's working fine. First, I want to emphasize is the extreme difficulty in removing (and re-installing) the two large mounting bolts holding the starter in place. Mine were torqued down to the max, and Loctite (or the equivalent) had been used. I had to run to O'Reilly's and buy a 2-ft 1/2"-drive breaker bar to unfreeze these two bolts, and even after breaking them loose, it was tough getting them out with a 12"-drive ratchet. It was the same with replacing them. There wasn't a 1/8-inch to spare, so I did the best I could with just the ratchet. I would not recommend replacing a starter without a 2-ft long 1/2"-drive ratcheting breaker bar. I also highly recommend loosening the radiator supports for better access and using heavy-duty bungie cords to hold restrain the right-hand wiring harness and also on the left side to restrain the manifold, which I had left attached to the vacuum hose. Update: I had two small bolts left over and now it shifts gears jerkily. There's also a trouble code of P0022. Guess I'll have to go on a hunt.

[@muhiturrahman454]

Thanks for showing, I had to do all that just to change the Knock sensor.... I was able to remove the sensor without by only removing covers but was not able to fit new one as the space so small to put my hand in and twist it on to the thread. After an hour trying I just removed the manifold by watching your video. Thank you for giving me the confidence to do it.😊

[@flako4u77]

You welcome so glad my video helped you to completed your repairs. I’m so proud of you for have the courage to do the job well done 👍

[@pixelcultmedia4252]

Thanks so much for this method. The other method of pulling it up and to the right, sounds like a spacial headache. Right now I'm just stopped by all of the hoses that don't want to budge. So I'm waiting on hose pliers to come in before I continue.

[@pixelcultmedia4252]

Finally got the job done. I honestly thought I had an extra bolt left over before I realized that the new Starter came with its own bolt. Once I realized that, I was able to calm down and put it all back together. The hardest part of the job was that stupid little hose underneath the manifold. Re-connecting it is a hassle because you can only fit one finger down there at a time. So you're basically flicking the hose until it catches on the nipple, and then dragging your finger along the hose to pressure it back onto the nipple.

[@bombidude]

I pulled my buddies starter out in like 30 mins doing it your way on his 2004 crv.. Your video was by the far the best and easiest way. Thanks

[@flako4u77]

So glad work for you. I tried so much different ways and no luck. This way is the best way it took me on hour, but I was recording the video. Well done bro !!!!!

[@Garfield0123]

I used your method yesterday and it was very successful! I looked at other videos and some people removed too many parts which were unnecessary. The key was moving the sub-frame forward to give room for the intake manifold to come out. Having an extra long pair of needle nose pliers was very important. I also used zip ties to replace any ties that were broken. Thank you very much for your video. I subscribed to you as well.

[@flako4u77]

Imso glad the work for you. I try to add as much details I can on my videos because when I watch tutorials I like when they add all the details because some of us we have to see all to do it with more confidence. I have a video on how to change the brakes so you can do it yourself and save some cash 😜😜😜😜

[@Garfield0123]

@@flako4u77 Thank you Flako. I've changed brakes alot so feel more confident with that. I changed starters and it is usually pretty easy. With a Honda, it is more complex because of the placement and tight space around the engine. Thank you again!

[@flako4u77]

@@Garfield0123 you welcome thanks for the good feedback

[@karenancientpoekhai]

Thanks alot

[@DuyNguyen-bn2mn]

I followed your instruction step by step and it was successful. However I try to cut corners by not removing the hood latch and didn't realise the latch release cable was knocked out, I closed the hood half way through because I wanted to get back on it later, but then I couldn't open the hood. It was a pain the the arse trying to open it again. Anyway this is a very helpful video and I can't thank you enough. You're an absolute legend.

[@flako4u77]

I never remove only the cable because we forget things on the way and happen thongs like it happened to you. Well done feel proud of you and your packet will appreciate your hard work

[@the.malinski]

Awesome video, just finished installing my starter following your every step. Two recommendations for anyone else to make it a bit easier... When installing the intake back on, install that little hose on left first before mounting the intake on, just get intake into place, it's closest spot and attach that little hose first (the one where the extra long pliers were used on) Second, if you live in the rust belt like me, apply a ton of good quality penetreting fluid on all your nuts and bolts and give it time to penetrate. Especially the starter bolts.

[@flako4u77]

So glad it work for you and thanks for the few tips you mentioned will help more people to do it faster

[@kagan7884]

Absolute legend, have a CRV clicking away and didn't want to take to much apart, awesome video!

[@flako4u77]

You welcome brother so glad my video was helpful to you

[@xxskizzumxx]

Bro, this was so much easier than disconnecting all the throttle body hose and shit. Thank you, you save me a huge hassle. No other instructional disconnected the crossmember and made you pull everything through the side.

[@adrianperez6120]

Legend! My olan is to work on starter this weekend and this video has completely saved me a lot of time

[@rodney973]

I did step by step and changed both knock sensor and alternator THIS THE BEST VIDEO Thanks man 🫡

[@Adrian.adrian24]

Thanks man! This video helped me out and finally got my wife’s CR-V fixed. I really appreciate the step by step break down.

[@flako4u77]

Thanks bro some people keep telling me why I make long videos and the reason is so you guys don’t miss any detail. Well done bro wife happy family happy

[@Adrian.adrian24]

@@flako4u77 Asi es! You hit the nail. I watched several videos, but some people get too technical. You made it sound easy and doable. I really appreciate it. You definitely have the skills to teach. That starter was a pain 😂

[@flako4u77]

@@Adrian.adrian24 neta que si o cortan el video a medio camino pues asi no se puede 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Adrian.adrian24]

@@flako4u77 Jaja muy cierto!

[@flako4u77]

@@Adrian.adrian24 estas bien emosionado y a la mita lla te estan poniendo el final 😂😂😂😂

[@Homeskilletbiscuit723]

Only video that explains everything clearly thanks for posting!

[@flako4u77]

Thanks for the feedback. My videos are little be long but I try to get as much details I can for you guys. So glad my video was helpful for you

[@billloomis3907]

Thanks for the video - helped me a lot! I took out the 2 intake manifold studs for a little easier job.

[@flako4u77]

So glad it help you bro well done 👍

[@newbernbears]

I looked at all the videos on the CRV starter. This one is the best for 2002-2003-2004 CRV. The smartest part is disconnecting the throttle body from the manifold and moving the radiator support back for clearance. Many thanks I should be done tomorrow! I kinda hate to leave that 20-year-old alternator and knock sensor in place but I ain't made of money!

[@3brandonross]

Thanks Flako you are the man. this video gave me the confidence to try this on my own and hopefully if it all works, it will save me about 150 bucks labor charges. God bless you.

[@3brandonross]

Well, good news, it just started so praise God and thank you again, Flako.

[@RudyWarman]

Thanks for the video! My 2004 crv was a bit different, couldn't take that first bar off as it has another bar going vertical down the middle so probably would have had to jack up to remove. Meet a few rusty, rounded off bolts along the way but fortunately a motor bike enthusiast was working in his garage near by and used an impact socket with imperial, which he managed to grasp the bolts. He also gave me some new ones to replace. Took me around 4 hours haha. I was changing the knock sensor and thought going from the bottom looked tight and troublesome. Anyway engine light is off, but that happened last time I disconnect the battery so I'll know by the end of the week if I have managed to solve my problem. Appreciate your video immensely though. Putting back together was sooo much easier than taking apart, although I'm sure I could do it in an hour now that all the tubes, nuts and bolts have had a good spray of WD40 and have been loosened up from their seized state.

[@flako4u77]

So proud of you even you had few problems on the way you never give up. I’m pretty sure you fixed the problem and to get it done on 4 hours for first time and fe issues was not that bad well done brother

[@ОлегЯремчук-ж1з]

Hello from Russia! Thank you for this video! Tomorow going to do this job with my car. Complitly clear how to replace starter. I Was afraid to do it myself, now i have your video, new starter, set of tools and confidens that i can do it!

[@PaulA-um9zw]

Good work on the removal and install. Thanks so much for the great video, it was really informative. I wish you all the best.

[@BobandKara]

Of the CRV starter swap videos, this is the best. No problem with the swap. I did not have to remove the hood latch, there was still plenty of room. The only tricky part is the hose that is buried on the passenger side, it was easier to access once the intake was off the studs a couple inches, then you can get a hand back there, may need to pry off with a flathead screwdriver. Also, make sure to disconnect battery. We didn’t (tried cutting corners) and we created an arc somehow while disconnecting the starter and scared the hell out of us. Luckily, car was fine after that, but right after that I took the time to disconnect it, feeling stupid.

[@flako4u77]

I’m so glad my video was helpful to completed your repair, and about the battery you totally right need to be disconnected. I can picture you when that sparks ⚡️ came up 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Nine_Finger_Wrenching]

Thanks for sharing. My son and I just fixed his CRV in a parking lot of a Sushi restaurant. 🤣🙌

[@flako4u77]

You welcome🙏 Nine. I am so glad this video work for you guys and proud of you guys for doing the work well done 👍

[@Ruben901]

Very helpful video. It may be intimidating at a glance but it really is not that hard to do. The only difficulty i had, was dealing with my mother in law constantly moving my tools when she walked past me everytime 😑

[@flako4u77]

Telling you I have a friend the same way. He bring his car to get fix and he is all over the place 😂😂😂😂😂😂 so I feel your pain with your mother in law bro 😂😂😂😂😂

[@RunninBearPoo]

Man you make it look soo easy! now i have to fix mine.

[@flako4u77]

Its so easy bro do it and let me know the up-come I believeon you brother

[@anthonygalvan5617]

Kinda nervous im trying this tomorrw after my mechanic diagnosed it with starter failure..... Seems pretty doable since i work in remodeling.....only thing im a bit scared of is damaging any cables or plugs....wish me luck 😁😁🤝

[@pc3019]

This is by far the best and easy way to replace the starter for the 2002-2003 CRV. Your video is super clear and easy to understand. There is just one thing I am wondering at 4:48, you bent the metals up a little bit. I don't think it is a big deal, but is there a way not to do it there. I don't mind spending a little more time removing more stuff to avoid that. Anyway, thank you so much for providing this video. It definitely helps a lot of DIYers!!

[@flako4u77]

Thank you PC and yes you can remove those brackets just look down and is one bolt on each side holding the brackets. I did that one because the owner of the driveway wants the car moved asap.

[@pc3019]

@@flako4u77 Thank you!! I will go to replace mine using your method!!!

[@flako4u77]

@@pc3019 Some people are saying to change from anther the vehicle, but for me was no way to do it. I don’t say can’t be done but it will take you way longer from anther bro

[@Andrew_From_NB]

Great video! I may have this same repair coming up for my 04 Crv! thanks for the walk through, definitely so good tips and points on the procedure! Cheers!

[@flako4u77]

Thank you so much for the feedback really appreciate it. I don’t doubt for a minute that you will do just fine bro. If you do it come back and let me know how you did in it.

[@rverro8478]

That's all nice when you live where there is no snow. Most of my intake manifold bolts/nuts are rotten.

[@flako4u77]

I bet your bolts are stuck forever. Here no problem you still have one of those here and there but its all easy

[@josephthomas1837]

thanks for this video I am going to follow your direction to change my starter

[@amateur_aprendiendodetodou6525]

Thanks for the video....I'm ready for do it tomorrow.

[@flako4u77]

You can do it I believe on you bro if anything just pause the video and move forward as you doing it.

[@amateur_aprendiendodetodou6525]

@@flako4u77 thanks bro.....I just finish and everything got great my car is working again.

[@flako4u77]

@@amateur_aprendiendodetodou6525 so proud of you bro well done

[@michaeltrustnohara5251]

thanks so much flako! you are the man!

[@flako4u77]

Thanks bro make my day to hear that

[@tomdickinson704]

This is the best method. Going from underneath looks to be impossible on my 2003. The A1 Auto video I saw is on a 2012 which looks different. I would also suggest keeping the runner bypass solenoid connected to the intake manifold since I broke the top connector (plastic) when removing. Thanks a million!

[@flako4u77]

Tom thanks for your advice about the connector and thanks for coming to my channel. I really appreciate it when persons come and have positive helpful opinions.

[@kenneth801]

thanks for your video it helped tremendously.

[@Xyquest]

Good video. Thanks!

[@randalldunkley1042]

I usually use some elastic bungees to hold all the pieces still attached out of the way.

[@flako4u77]

Randall good idea I’m gonna start using it I have few on my box. Thanks for the advice I like to learn from others as I new on the mechanic.

[@ambernichole3335]

What about this does it go right there? 😅 great video man

[@audiofreesual6092]

What are the names and size of the tools you used? thank you for such an important information. Gracias!!

[@illuminatim33]

Thank you !!

[@pauljeavons8878]

I am guessing this is the US 2.4 engine, UK has smaller 2.0; hopefully more space I am thinking.

[@flako4u77]

Both have almost the same space no to much difference. The work process is the same for both

[@royskiss]

Respect thank you for your help

[@flako4u77]

You welcome everyone on my channel are family to me. And family always there for each other brother. Thanks for the feedback!!!

[@JayBee-rr7co]

Genius!

[@jaimechavarin3217]

Nice video

[@flako4u77]

Thanks so glad you like it he he he

[@XiXi89-6-4]

It is the best way to get the job done. By Honda technician.

[@kongvang2390]

You can take it out from under no need to remove the manifold both k20 and k24 just two bolts and three wires

[@flako4u77]

May be you can but I would no be there for two days and trying to remove that thing. I check under the vehicle no room to work you can’t even see the starter. I’m not saying people can’t do it but for me this was the best way. Thanks for bringing up may some people can have a luck on the way you mention.

[@janinek4209]

Sadly, I was not successful and now I need to find a mechanic. I followed everything you had on the video but I can’t get the intake manifold out of my Honda CRV 2002. There isn’t enough room and I also can’t get the manifold back on to have it towed. 😢

[@flako4u77]

Its no way you can’t get it done followed all the steps on my video. First you said you can’t get the manifold intake out, but than you said you can’t put the intake manifold on place. So you removed the manifold intake but you can’t put it back on or what was the problem?

[@janinek4209]

If I could just get the intake manifold out of the car I would be able to access the starter. My car is a Honda 2002 CRV with 230,000 miles.

[@flako4u77]

@@janinek4209 I pointed that were only three plugs and two bolts as you remove the two bolts the starter should come out almost by itself. The more difficult on this job was to remove the intake

[@janinek4209]

I got it out!!!! I had to remove the large radiator hose.

[@janinek4209]

Update… after getting the starter bench tested it was NOT the starter. Ugh! Regardless, I feel empowered that I even got it out to take it to a shop to get tested.

[@SFMCOLLECTIVE]

awesome thanks

[@renerodriguez181]

Exelente!!

[@anthonydilligaf823]

I'm not seeing the value in unbolting the radiator supports. He didn't seem to move the radiator from it's position removing the intake. I assume is a clearance issue in getting out the intake. Correct?

[@flako4u77]

Really hard to explain you why you have to remove the plate, bu I’m gonna try to do it. The radiator its not the issue to remove the intake the issue its the plate you don’t remove the plate the intake is no gonna come up. You will see if you do the job. I don’t say you can’t get it done without removing the plate but it will take you forever to do it.

[@muhiturrahman454]

Yes the metal plate that runs along the middle from top to bottom becomes free so gives you more room to angle the manifold out...

[@jpolancop]

What happened if I took off the stater without disconnecting the battery, I feel so dumb, did I messed up??

[@flako4u77]

If you already did you fine, but really really suggest to unplug the battery before you do anything electric ⚡️ on your vehicle. The reason is if you make any mistake you can fry your vehicle computer and problem that will take you an hour it will take you days to fix bro. Hope I answer your question and its no dumb question better ask and learn rather than keep quite and make mistakes

[@jpolancop]

@@flako4u77 i was really worried something like that with the computer could happen, but thank you for answer and clear the doubts! You’re toro Flako 😎

[@flako4u77]

@@jpolancop you welcome brother anytime and so proud of you for changing that starter yourself well done. I will have more videos coming if you want to subscribe to my channel 😜😜😜

[@JSmillaa]

Dang bro, I’m watching you just wiggle this manifold out and I can’t get it out for nothin 😅 Got all the bolts and hoses off but it just runs into the frame in the front and I can’t get it out.

[@flako4u77]

Sorry to hear that bro what you can do use a wood 🪵 block put the wood on top of the manifold and use a hammer 🔨. For any circumstances hit the money for a straight out with a hammer. Pull the wood and top of the manifold and hit a wood really gentle and manifold is going to get loose

[@JSmillaa]

@@flako4u77 Appreciate you bro 🤝

[@flako4u77]

@@JSmillaa don’t worry bro its why we are here to help each other. Let me know the up-come bro

[@JSmillaa]

@@flako4u77 Got it!! So nice not hearing that grinding noise when I start the car anymore 😖 You saved me $900 bucks bro 🤝🤝💯

[@JrVue5]

I would recommend this way then from the bottom. Would be more difficult from the bottom, as lack of space to move tools around and unbolting the 14mm & 17mm bolt that held the starter.

[@flako4u77]

Totally agree with you brother. I tried from the bottom and Holly molly took me forever to figure it out where the bolts were and the right tools. Seems a lot of work from the top but its not all those parts are easy to pull them out and add them back.

[@PrincernPrince]

Again great video! In case anyone wants to know I did not remove any of the front framing or grill, just the front latch. I only removed the battery and coolant hose engine side and slid the intake to the right and up and it came out like a charm. Very easy! Thanks again!

[@flako4u77]

So glad you did good and thanks for the update and info

[@JSmillaa]

What year is your CRV? FYI anyone with a ‘02, personally it was impossible for me to get the manifold out without loosening the frame ☝️

[@flako4u77]

@@JSmillaa this one is 2002 bro may you forgot to remove something. You removed from top or under?

[@JSmillaa]

Yep 😂 I saw this comment and thought it would work for me. Couldn’t get it out until I loosened the frame 👌

[@PrincernPrince]

@@JSmillaa 2004 but looking at his its situated the same.

[@jamesahr2634]

Out bottom 1 hr

[@flako4u77]

One hour no bad at all

[@jfc723]

From underneath in less than 30 mins. Not bashing your vid though 👍🏼

[@flako4u77]

Good point, but I had have seen one video that started be replaced from under the vehicle. I don’t say is impossible but I don’t see any way to replace it. If you have a video of someone tag me in it I will like to lear that way too.

[@factotumted]

Hi. Do you have a video from doing it from underneath?

[@jfc723]

@@factotumted I dont want to post the link directly due to respect of this video. But if you search on youtube is the first one that pops up by 1aAuto

[@factotumted]

@@jfc723 thank you

[@flako4u77]

@@factotumted good question. I’m totally 100% its no way to do it on 30 minutes from under the vehicle. The starter its seat it on top of the transmission how you gonna remove the blogs and the bolts no way.

[@tombolin7168]

👍

[@jayonefive234]

I am trying to do mine tomorro fuck it

[@flako4u77]

You can do it trust me and trust yourself bro

[@jayonefive234]

thank you bro I got it done but had to disconnect radiator hose@@flako4u77

[@Frednj3000]

Easy way amd fastest is removing the starter from the bottom,

[@renearteaga2310]

As someone who has never done a single car repair, this video gets pointless after you remove the intake cover, since you don’t SHOW HOW TO REMOVE THE STARTER. Had to go watch other videos on the actual part. Also, get to the point.

[@junebug3058]

Don’t trust this guy

[@jasoncarto]

I really do hate massively long videos that don't get directly to the point. Do ya'll live in slow mo or some shit? Wtf.

[@RudyWarman]

Tbf this video is one continuous shot so I think they did pretty well. Not everyone is a videographer, who has the skills to snip and edit footage down to make a concise tutorial. You can always increase the speed for your own viewing.

[@newbernbears]

Nothing is perfect but for my 2003 this is the best video on the tube

[@JimKivi]

Jason, did it occur to you to hit delete and watch another video, skipping the negativity>?? I don't see YOUR video, and some newbies appreciate the step by step. Chill!

[@PrincernPrince]

Nice one. Everyone saying go under the bottom and feel your way to a long bolt and say it is easier. NOT. Much rather stand and just loosen bolts and remove manifold is 100% easier. Thanks brah!