Honda CRV Radiator Replacement
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- This is a video demonstrating the proper way to replace a radiator in a 1st generation Honda CR-V. Model years covered are 1995-2001 and is applicable to FWD/AWD models with air conditioning. For models without air conditioning or those that have a manual transmission the procedure is the same but with less hoses and fans to remove - in other words it is EASIER to complete. Radiators typically will last anywhere between 200-350K kms depending on where you live. I opted to use a aftermarket radiator because it was cheaper and the quality was comparable to a Honda one as far as quality is concerned.
Tools needed to complete the job include:
10mm socket
3/8" drive ratchet
4" and 6" - 3/8" drive ratchet extensions
Needle nose and wide jawed pliers
Large flat bladed screwdriver
Small flat bladed screwdriver
Catch pan
2 - 4 litre jugs of Honda Approved Coolant with a minimum concentration of 50/50 mix.
Funnel
Paper towels
Anti-seize compound (optional)
1 litre of ATF DW-1 fluid (to top off automatic transmission as needed)
Adjustable wrench
New radiator cap (optional but highly recommended)
Excellent. I appreciate your attention to detail and your insights. For example, hints about disconnecting the wiring harness, warnings about over-tightening bolts/fittings, about being careful not to damage the radiator when removing the upper hose, about keeping track of the bolts before accidentally puncturing the radiator, etc. Thank you for taking the time and putting in the effort to produce this video.
You're very welcome and I'm glad you like the fine touches that I put into my videos. Some people complain that I'm too verbose but in my opinion if one is going to teach then do your best to teach best practices where possible.
Taking two rads out of scrap crv’s right away. Stumbled upon this video. This is how videos should always be made. Thank you for taking the time to make life easier for us out here that don’t need help. lol. Cheers from Manitoba Canada!!!🎉🎉
glad you like the video and hello to my fellow Canuck!
Ok. My radiator has arrived ! Time to start the process!
Good luck!
Heyyy! One year later and your video is still the best. Thank you so much!
glad you liked my video! Thanks for watching!
Thanks! Super helpful. This took me all the way through the whole process successfully. My first major solo car repair.
DANG BUDDY! Awesome step by step instructions! Shops want anywhere from $579 to $755 to replace this radiator and I found the radiator for $65 on line! I was going to just give up and take it to one of those crooks!
So glad to hear you liked the video and don’t pay a mechanic to do the job. It really isn’t too bad to complete.
This video was amazing I was able to replace radiator with just this video very straight forward and helpful with no BS thank you !!
glad you found the video useful! Thanks for watching!
Wow man, very detailed, to the point video. without unnecessary stuff.
Thank you, God bless you.
Glad you liked it!
Tmrrw my radiator should be here! Then let the changing begin!!!
Hopefully it goes super smoothly!
@@piercedasian I did it! It’s a 2000. Bolt was rusted n stripped a lot of fighting with it. I got to get a new fan. Next is the idle problem
Well done my friend! What idle problem are you having?
Thanks bro for the info.
Very clear and step by step. It works for me.
Glad it helped
Thank you. Great video. I appreciate the level of detail.
You are welcome!
Watching from France..Top video Sir with very good explanation..Hat's off..
Thanks and welcome
Bout to replace my radiator tonight thanks for the video
You're welcome. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for this great video. I searched on the RUclips and this is the best one for replacing a radiator in an old Honda CR-V. Clear and easy to follow. And I like your way of explaining how to pull the plug!
You're very welcome!
Job successfully completed on my ol' 2001 thanks to your perfect instructions! The rad I purchased a year ago and finally got around to installing is finally in. I struggled with some rusty lower bolts but after a soak in wd-40 they came loose. The new one wasn't an exact fit (a bit smaller than the original) but worked okay. Also changed out the upper and lower hoses for some additional insurance. Thanks for the help to keep the ol gal running!
Glad to hear that got the car fixed and running properly again!
Good demonstration. Thank you.
thanks for watching!
Very very informative
Glad you liked it!
Great video. Well done. Your video is organized and easy to follow. Good camera work. You mentioned coolant run off as the coolant expands. Where exactly does the coolant escape? This happened to me and the coolant seemed to come from under the top radiator bracket bushing on the passenger side. My mechanic told me there are no leaks, the radiator is fine, and the coolant escape is by design. Can you explain more for me. Thanks! Make more videos! My CRV is 2004 which, I believe, is a gen 2.
glad you liked the video. The coolant run off will overflow from the radiator coolant reserver tank which on most honda's either to the left or right of the radiator. The coolant escape is by design - yes he is correct to a certain degree. It overflows b/c the reserve tank is overfilled when the engine is running at full operating temps. When the engine cools off it typically sucks some back into the system and the cycle repeats itself over and over as the motor gets hot and cold. BUT... if the reserve tank is chronically empty you have a problem. Make note of the reserve tank levels before and after you drive. Do that over a course of several weeks and see if you see a drastic change from hot and cold. If you do then you have a leak. If you have consistency from the rise and fall of the level then you're likely ok.
Lk j. J
Thank goodness for this video 👍
Glad you like video!
I'm about to replace my crv radiator. Which brand of aftermarket radiator did you use? I like how detailed and thorough you were--super helpful.
The replacement radiator that I often buy b/c its so commonly available is a brand called. "Spectre". I am unsure if it is a Canada only brand or if they are available everywhere but they seem to be half decent quality and they're priced reasonably.
Beautifully done. Thank you.
Many thanks!
Thank u very much mane...
Great video i appreciated u gave courage to do my crv nexweek :)
God bless....
Glad it helped
Awesome 👍🏾
Thanks!
Excelente vídeo. I did it by myself thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏. I saved so much 💴 thanks again.
Glad it helped!
Great video fully explained 👍
Glad it was helpful!
@@piercedasian It was 👍
Can u do a vid on why my honda 97 crv jerks when I put it in drive. Will be greatly appreciated thanks
thanks for the great help!
You're very welcome!
Very Well done video.
Thank you very much!
I did this but was wondering how much transmission fluid you lost ?
I lost such a tiny amount that it would never register on the dipstick. In other words negligible but if I had to measure the amount lost maybe 50-75 ml of fluid at most.
Any reason my cooling fluid would be leaking out the bottom middle of my car where the transfer assembly is??
its probably leaking from the rear coolant passage or water pump on your motor. Primary source of leak is a faulty water pump seal. DO NOT drive your car if it is leaking like that because it WILL overheat and the water pump WILL fail causing catastrophic engine failure.
@@piercedasian Thank you!
What year is the Honda you are working on? The Honda I'm currently working on seems like it has the exact same engine bay
I believe this CR-V was a 1999 but other Hondas of that era have a similarly laid out engine bay.
What size on the screws on bottom?!!
10mm
Great video with a lot of detail, but definitely you are not a mechanic, all the wrong terminology. Bolts not screws, radiator not rad, electrical fan connection not fan connector, etc…
Thanx! Very helpful
Glad it was helpful!