Honda CR-V rear differential service

A simple drain and fill job. Be sure to use genuine Honda dual pump fluid only!

[@AgentAle47]

Great video, I bough mine in November 2021, evidently it had little maintenance done, I've been doing the service myself, only thing I haven't changed is this fluid, I had to change the differential, (had my mechanic do this one, since I don't have the room and back there I did not have the skills), did not ask if he changed said differential fluid. That's a great dog assistance by the way. Great job!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@SuperSatturno]

Thanks so much for teaching me such important procedures that keep our cars running longer 👍

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@gregreitan3634]

The VTM-4 fluid is transmission fluid. Use your favorite brand. NAPA sells Eneos dual pump fluid if you don't want to buy from dealership. Amazon sells many different suction guns or fluid extractors You can pour the lubricant into them then force into differential or transfer case. If you own a Pilot don't forget to service the transfer case!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching! I think your comment was meant for a different video.

[@cassk9999]

Quick tip measure how much came out and put the same back in with fresh fluid your most likely gonna be buying the Diff fluid from a dealer they know how much it needs aswell if your unsure spill till you fill is ok but there's more precise ways of doing things and less messy also

[@kauffmansgarage]

Been filling to the spill for 35 years. Measuring the drain amount is useful for transmissions for sure. We have a Honda 9 speed automatic service coming up and I will be measuring for that one.

[@DiegoFarre4]

Well explained and recorded. And the dog is a nice plus lol! appreciate the vid!

[@kauffmansgarage]

@@DiegoFarre4 Thank you!

[@hoangvubui5386]

Thanks for your video, Im going do to it tomorrow. Really appreciate it.!!!

[@kauffmansgarage]

@@hoangvubui5386 Thanks for watching!

[@MasaMuneDenadoro]

I have a 1998 Honda CRV. I'm starting to hear some "creaking" from the back of the car when I first start the car up and start moving. Just for the first 20 ft or so and then I don't hear it. I wonder if it's the rear differential fluid. I called a standard oil change place to ask if they would drain and fill it for me if I got the rear diff oil and they said they charge $150 for changing it. Really? After watching the video, seemed like the easiest thing in the world to do.

[@kauffmansgarage]

If it happens when turning, the fluid most likely needs changed. If you don’t know the service history, it needs to be done anyway. This is an easy service if you have access to tools or someone that can lend a hand.

[@ernestovargas8505]

I have a honda crv 2010 4wd . What other diferencial fluid can I used besides the honda brand ?

[@justinashdown6481]

​@@ernestovargas8505 One thing about Honda's only use their fluid and their seals ( power steering, VTEC solenoid etc)

[@jelie2k]

Thanks for sharing this. I will probably be doing this today.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@BB-cy5us]

I like the cap adapter you used on the oil bottle. Where did you bought it? Thanks! Good video!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks! It seems like it came with some gear oil I bought some time ago. I hoard stuff like that and don’t recall exactly where it came from unfortunately.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Here is an option WirthCo 32157 Funnel King Flexible Spout Funnel with Cap, colors may vary a.co/d/eQ18qDS

[@makzzz1986]

I think you can just take a big syringe for that.

[@BB-cy5us]

@@makzzz1986 I ended up using a long plastic tubing (maybe 3/8 ID) extended to the rear passenger side door, added oil from there.

[@jacksongil9123]

How often you should change crv rear diff fluid?

[@MatthewPye-en5nu]

That a great video, question please sir. The car was not level would that make a difference to amount of oil left in?

[@kauffmansgarage]

Yes it will

[@dane5896]

I just changed mine, 2019 Ridgeline. NAPA Auto has a less expensive, dual pump fluid, made for Honda's.

[@nickv4073]

Im sure its okay but since this is only a once every 50K mile job, I would not skimp to save a few dollars. Especially with a 2019 that's still under warranty. You risk voiding it.

[@squid_fish]

@@nickv4073agreed, why skimp over a few bucks for OEM Honda

[@rickharris5485]

What's weird is the owner's manual and the official service manual call for CVT fluid in the rear diff for the first gen CR-Vs. The dealership says dual pump fluid. I went with dual pump fluid.

[@bdi3798]

Think I would've gone with the manuals...

[@BruceGoldston]

This was very good! Why did you not put new crush washers on both plugs? Were the washers molded with the plugs?

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks! I didn’t have washers at the time so the old ones stayed in place. You have a valid point and it’s always good to replace the crush washers. They didn’t leak thankfully.

[@BruceGoldston]

@@kauffmansgarage Do the bolts themselves ever need replacing? if so, are they the same sizes as the washers? TIA

[@kauffmansgarage]

@@BruceGoldston No, bolts are re-used unless they are damaged for some reason.

[@howardblasingame7961]

Mans best friend.

[@kauffmansgarage]

She’s a good one!

[@jafarmoghadam7712]

Excellent

[@kauffmansgarage]

@@jafarmoghadam7712 Thanks for watching!

[@jafarmoghadam7712]

@kauffmansgarage you welcome

[@blee3509]

Learn from my mistake. Never torque an aluminum oil, transmission or differential pan without a torque wrench. I stripped threads on my oil pan and had to replace the pan. Since then I always torque to spec with a torque wrench and not judge by fell..

[@teedeiks]

47Nm is the spec the service manual gives for both the drain and the fill plug. In the US, you need to convert it into some non-scientific unit.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Converts to about 35 lb ft. Good info!

[@frankodemozo]

Gread video, going to be changing mime pretty soon.

[@mnrodriguez]

What is the washer's size? Thanks! Great video!!! (Does the fill plug have a washer?)

[@kauffmansgarage]

Try this but verify fitment first. a.co/d/dvBdoXZ

[@rockk973]

Hey I just changed mine yesterday 1st time on a 2019 crv. We are the original owners and the fluid came out very dark is that normal for 1st change. Thanks

[@kauffmansgarage]

Yep, normal for it to darken as it breaks down.

[@joshuavermillion1311]

Question how often do you need to change the diff fluid? I have a 2007 awd, runs grwat has 260k tho ive owned it since 175k and never have changed it lol oops on my part but it runs great and just haven't never really worried with it but after seeing this video I'm wondering about it

[@kauffmansgarage]

Consult your owners manual, but I would change every 30k miles if it were me.

[@majhoolmaroof2065]

Thanks.. great skills!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@xing2809]

thanks

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@abel3745]

Amigo me puedes decir como o en que momento funciona el 4wD ??

[@kauffmansgarage]

When the front wheels lose traction.

[@abel3745]

A las cuántas millas se cambian ése aceite??

[@kauffmansgarage]

I would do every 30,000 miles.

[@turgutyildizz]

Hey Kauffman thank you so much for thats video. I have question, Is adding 1 liter enough? How many liters did you add to your car in total?

[@kauffmansgarage]

You’ll need two quarts for a complete fill, stop when it starts to drain back out of the fill hole. I think a quart is just a bit more than a liter so you’ll need two liters.

[@georgistoykov5466]

1 Quart is 0,940 liters

[@earthisfat6184]

So there's a large side cover seal on the passenger side. Trying to replace it. How do I remove the old seal and install the new one?

[@mnrodriguez]

Great video! Thanks!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamkpa]

Good job.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks!

[@monneyvictoriennguessan392]

Anglais Good morning my 2020 crv displays "AWD verifier 4RM" on the dashboard, do you have an idea? THANKS

[@kauffmansgarage]

I do not, sorry I can’t help.

[@johnmayerislovee]

Thanks for your informative stream. If I may ask, do you have a link for the nipple attachment for the fluid bottle? Thanks again.

[@kauffmansgarage]

It was something I had leftover from previous oil purchases and these are usually included with 1 quart gear oil bottles.

[@ComptonCupcakes]

Vsauce energy. Thank you for the knowledge!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@m-atdn5720]

La notice honda indique de faire une double vidange. On remplit une premiere fois, on fait tourner les roues a vide sur le pont en avant et arriere et on vidange à nouveau .

[@kauffmansgarage]

A simple drain and fill as shown here is fully adequate. Don’t waste your money.

[@bagyra]

What year is your CRV

[@kauffmansgarage]

2000 SE

[@agedretainer]

does the white cap funnel comes with the oil when you purchased it?

[@kauffmansgarage]

It came with some gear oil I purchased a while back. It does not come with the Honda fluid but you may be able to find something similar at your local auto parts store.

[@jawbreaker007]

Thanks for the video.🍻

[@kauffmansgarage]

You bet!

[@jeffreychamp8355]

What what year is this? Can u do it on my 2003 crv

[@kauffmansgarage]

This was a 2000 model and 2003 would be same process.

[@rockk973]

Hi I have a 2019 crv awd. I was a little late with differential fluid change and did it at 19k miles. The fluid came out very very dark almost looked like motor oil. Is this normal ?

[@kauffmansgarage]

Should be pretty clean looking if it only had 19k miles.

[@phxrsx]

Would one quart be sufficient?

[@kauffmansgarage]

You’ll need two quarts for a complete fill. Fill until it starts running back out of the fill hole.

[@TheReelToneMF]

When my AWD engaged it sounds like hound dogs wailing 😅. Guess my beater is due.

[@kauffmansgarage]

It should also do it in tight turns if the fluid is broken down.

[@TheReelToneMF]

@ someone said to do figure 8s?

[@kauffmansgarage]

@@TheReelToneMF Yes, after changing the oil.

[@TheReelToneMF]

@@kauffmansgarage There's no crush washers or anything on those bolts?

[@TheReelToneMF]

@@kauffmansgarage also odd question but where did you get the little nozzle that you screwed onto the bottle? I don't feel like buying a whole pump kit.

[@Absolute-Shite]

If i only jack up the back of my crv to give myself room. Will that not cause the differential to be uneven so that when i go to fill it with new fluid it wont fill to the proper level due to it be un level.

[@SpicyMcGeezaks]

Yes, it will

[@emelynbasalatan5003]

❤

[@AyoubTAYEB]

My 4wd don't work in my honda crv 2008 what might be the problem? Note that it makes no noise

[@kauffmansgarage]

Almost seems impossible since this system is based on front wheel slippage. Get into some gravel or mud and let it rip to see what the rear wheels do and have a friend watch or set up a camera. If it really doesn't work, you may have some internal problems in the rear differential.

[@Money_Gaming_Broadcast]

I have play in mine so I have to replace entire box

[@rockk973]

Do all 4 wheels need to off the ground or can i just use back ramps ? Im getting things together for my 2019 crv awd.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Just needs to be level however you can do it. I used 4 jackstands.

[@JJKV1Editor0]

Great video. What ramps are you using? Looks a lot easier than having to jack it up and using jack stands

[@kauffmansgarage]

I just use the black plastic ones for simple stuff like this. Rhino Ramps I believe is one brand.

[@MarinePigVa]

A fluid pump is a good thing to have for this service.

[@kauffmansgarage]

It is, but not totally necessary for this one.

[@fernandovargas7562]

Cool video… Thank you…

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@laolli3694]

Hi, We had our propeller shaft removed a long time ago but left the rest of the rear differential parts intact. For maintenance purposes, is it still necessary to replace differential oil?

[@kauffmansgarage]

There are still bearings in there that require lubrication. If this is not a “forever” vehicle for you I’d skip it. If you plan on reinstalling the driveshaft and using the 4wd, I would change it.

[@laolli3694]

@@kauffmansgarage thanks mate

[@cirokamai1603]

Ruby!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Ruby tha dawg 😁

[@SpicyMcGeezaks]

What year CRV?

[@kauffmansgarage]

2000 SE model.

[@SpicyMcGeezaks]

Cool, thanks

[@realname6586]

Thanks for posting. Please use a new crush washer always. Also, use a torque wrench.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Great point!

[@Perly53]

Is there someplace I can find that white tip you've attached to the fluid bottle? Thanks.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Try one of these, could even shorten it if required. FloTool 10106B/6 Spill Saver Trans Fluid and Gear Oil On-Off Filler Refill a.co/d/8SGYnLH

[@kauffmansgarage]

Here is another WirthCo 32157 Funnel King Flexible Spout Funnel with Cap, colors may vary a.co/d/eQ18qDS

[@user-yr6up6xt6x]

Great job

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@larry5872]

Should we use new washers for both fill and drain plugs every time we change the rear differential fluid?

[@kauffmansgarage]

Crush washers are cheap and really a one time use. If I have to re-use one, I’ll flip it and put the side with the flat surface away from the plug head.

[@MrMimipimp]

@@kauffmansgarage what is the size of the washer for the differential ? same as motor oil ?

[@BruceGoldston]

@@MrMimipimp 20mm for both crush washers on this job. Motor oil washer is 14mm and tranny washer is 18mm.

[@tjc5624]

What year is your CRV?

[@kauffmansgarage]

2000 SE model

[@nizarnejjari3970]

I didn't find a type of Honda oil in my country. Would you recommend me another type?

[@kauffmansgarage]

I do not have an alternative to recommend, do you have a Honda dealer in your area to consult?

[@nickv4073]

Only thing you left out is that the car should be level before starting.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Correct! And it was…

[@jeffpacetti5800]

What year CRV was this? Good video!

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks! This was a 2000 SE

[@michellesmalley5652]

What year was your CRV? Mine is a 1998 Honda CRV LX 4 WD & I appreciate your video. Ty🌻

[@stevec3906]

I like that ratchet, what brand is it?

[@kauffmansgarage]

It’s a polymer ratchet from Harbor Freight. Pittsburg brand I think and I have them in 1/4 and 3/8 as well. Use them frequently!

[@BruceGoldston]

@@kauffmansgarage But the bolts are mm right?

[@kauffmansgarage]

@@BruceGoldston Correct.

[@francisvkore4782]

What oil do you use?

[@kauffmansgarage]

Honda Dual Pump fluid only. Pick up at any Honda dealer.

[@kennylavay8492]

One full quart would have filled the rear end. Now you have another quart for the next 50,000 mile change.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@BruceGoldston]

@@kauffmansgarage I've watched many videos on this job and I've seldom seen it fill up that fast. Usually it's clear that some of the 2nd quart is needed.

[@speakersteve9586]

If you don't know what the torque specs are then why are you filming it?

[@kauffmansgarage]

Because I’m not concerned with it. You can look them up if they are important to you. Been doing this stuff all my life and while torque specs are important, they are irrelevant in some situations when you are experienced.

[@speakersteve9586]

@@kauffmansgarage It's 32

[@mechanic7417]

You could index the drain and fill plugs and the housing

[@user-user083]

👋👍👍👍👍👍

[@jimmock1155]

My local Honda Stealer wants $115 to do that.

[@kauffmansgarage]

For those that don’t have the tools or ability, that’s not bad.

[@rockk973]

My honda wants 179 plus tax. I just bought the fluid and 2 crush washers for 27 bucks.

[@MrJolem]

Ideally, needs to be drained and flushed, then refilled

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@luk3149]

What do you recommend to flush with ?

[@pdoherty926]

@@luk3149 If you buy two quarts, you can use the 0.9 quarts you'll otherwise have left over.

[@monkeyoperator1360]

double check the manual i had someone wanting to flush my transmission when it says to not flush

[@mechanic7417]

I'll stay with fluids from Honda

[@kauffmansgarage]

Yep.

[@JosephGarcia-wm9pf]

Excuse you lol

[@kauffmansgarage]

😂

[@miltonturney453]

😂 it was very dirty

[@kauffmansgarage]

It sure was!

[@lifenz1]

Terrible way to re fill dude..

[@kauffmansgarage]

Lol, it worked just fine for me.

[@NomenClature-o8s]

It worked and he lost maybe an ounce of oil…looked good to me.

[@Dougarony]

My 06 has a charcoal canister in the way...I have watched a few video's & they didnt show whats in my way. Looks tough to even get a socket in there to remove the plugs...UGH Anyone else have this? I might have to replace/remove it to get space?

[@hemtet5500]

I have an ‘06 and apart from the bolts that are a 3/8 drive this looks identical so what charcoal canister?

[@Dougarony]

It wasnt the same as others I have seen ether? I sold it, but it was a 06 EX AWD.@@hemtet5500

[@barbaraharper7064]

Great job.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Thanks for the visit!

[@trentmorrison6074]

What gen of crv is this big boi? I got me 1st gen, 2001.

[@kauffmansgarage]

Same, this was a 2000.