Motor oils and everything you need to know about motor oils. How to change engine oil in a Honda CR-V and recommended engine fluid Which oil is best to choose
The second generation of compact SUV from Honda debuted in 2001 and was produced by the concern until 2006. Based on the Civic VII platform, the CR-V 2 crossover has a new design and is heavier and larger than the previous model. In 2005, the car underwent a major restyling, during which it acquired a new radiator grille, optics and taillights, as well as a redesigned front bumper. As for technical innovations, the crossover was now equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission and had an upgraded all-wheel drive system. In fact, while maintaining some similarities with the first generation, the CR-V 2 is built using many new components and assemblies and is a newly developed car in which all previously made mistakes were taken into account.
Domestic deliveries of the popular CR-V 2 started in 2002 and continued the success story that began with the first generation of the CR-V model range. In Russian showrooms, the SUV was available only with a 2.0 liter engine with 150 hp. in one of two modifications: with a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual. At the same time, versions with AT assumed the presence of a gear shift lever near the steering wheel on the instrument panel (the manual lever remained in its usual place). In terms of fuel consumption, the car has retained the same efficiency and per 100 km traveled in the city it now consumes 10.3 liters, on the highway - 6.2 liters and in the combined cycle - 7.4 liters of gasoline.
This car is ideal for those who love active recreation. For a very reasonable price, the buyer receives a high-quality, non-gluttonous SUV with excellent driving performance. The only thing that can stop you from choosing this car is the cost of Honda spare parts and service in general.
Generation RD4-7 (2001 - 2006)
Engine Honda K20A (Z) 2.0 l. 150 and 158 hp
Engine Honda K24A (Z, Y, W) 2.4 l. 160 hp
- What kind of engine oil is filled from the factory (original): Synthetic 5W30
- Oil types (by viscosity): 0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30
- How many liters of oil are in the engine (total volume): 4.2 liters.
- Oil consumption per 1000 km: up to 1000 ml.
- When to change oil: 5000-10000
Each car manufacturer prescribes in the vehicle manual the characteristics of a lubricant suitable for a specific engine type. In our article we will talk about the recommended engine oil for the Honda CR-V.
Scheme 1. Selection of viscosity depending on the temperature range outside the car.
According to the diagram, the following lubricants should be used:
- 0W-20;0W-30; 0W-40; 5W-20; 5W-30; 5W-40, in the temperature range from -30 0 C (or less) to + 40 0 C (or more);
Honda CR-V III 2007 – 2012 model years
Based on the Honda CRV operating instructions, for this car model it is recommended to use lubricants that meet the specifications below.
Cars equipped with gasoline engines.
- Cars supplied to Europe:
- according to the ACEA system - oil types A1/B1, A3/B3 or A5/B5.
The use of such motor oils helps to save the fuel mixture. To select lubricant for Honda CRV, use diagram 1.
Scheme 2. Dependence of the oil viscosity of gasoline cars (supplied to Europe) on the temperature indicators of the region in which the vehicle is operated. According to this scheme it is necessary to pour:
- 0W-20, 0W-30; 5W-30 at temperatures ranging from -30 0 C (or less) to + 40 0 C (or more);
- 5W-30 at temperature conditions from -20 0 C to + 40 0 C (and above).
Using 0W-20 lubricant reduces fuel consumption.
- Machines not supplied to Europe.
According to the manual, to ensure the performance and durability of the engine, it is recommended to fill with original Honda Motor Oil engine fluids that have the following parameters:
- according to the API standard - oil classes SL or higher.
Based on viscosity indicators, the motor oil is selected according to Scheme 2.
Diagram 3. Dependence of engine oil thickness for gasoline engines (not supplied to Europe) on the temperature outside the car. According to scheme 2, the following lubricants are used:
- 0W-30; 0W-40; 5W-30; 5W-40, if the air temperature is from -30 0 C (or less) to + 40 0 C (or more);
- 10W-30; 10W-40 at a temperature range of -20 0 C to + 40 0 C (and above).
- 15W-40 at temperatures from -15 0 C to + 40 0 C (and above).
* - for vehicles equipped with an engine oil level sensor, the specified oil is not used.
Filling with 0W-30 liquid helps to save the combustible mixture.
Diesel cars
- original Honda Motor Oil motor lubricants;
The viscosity characteristics of the motor oil are selected according to scheme 3.
Scheme 4. Dependence of the fluidity of motor oil for diesel engines on the temperature outside the car.
The decoding of scheme 3 is similar to scheme 2.
Using 0W-30 motor fluid makes it possible to reduce fuel consumption.
2013 Honda CR-V IV
Gasoline power units
According to the manual, it is necessary to use motor oils that have the following characteristics:
- Machines supplied to Europe
- according to ACEA classification - A3/B3, A5/B5;
- according to SAE 0W-20 classification.
0W-20 motor oil makes it possible to achieve a reduction in fuel consumption.
- Vehicles not supplied to Europe:
- original Honda Motor Oil lubricants;
- according to API classification - SM or higher.
- viscosity parameters of liquids are selected according to scheme 4.
Scheme 5. Viscosity of motor oils depending on temperature conditions. According to the diagram, you need to pour lubricants:
- 0W-30; 0W-40; 5W-30; 5W-40, at a temperature range from -30 0 C (or less) to + 40 0 C (or more);
- 10W-30; 10W-40 if the air temperature is from -20 0 C to + 40 0 C (and higher).
- 15W-40 at temperature conditions from -15 0 C to + 40 0 C (and above).
5W-30 engine fluid reduces fuel consumption.
Diesel cars
According to the manual, motor lubricants are used:
- Cars supplied to Europe
- Honda branded fluids;
- according to ACEA requirements - C2 or C3.
- according to SAE 0W-30 (helps reduce fuel consumption), if the specified motor oil is not available, fill in 5W-30.
- Vehicles not supplied to Europe
Honda CR-V IV 2.0 2015 release
Car engines running on gasoline.
Based on the instructions, you need to pour motor oils with the following parameters:
- Honda branded lubricant;
- according to ACEA classification - A1/B1, A3/B3, A5/B5;
- according to SAE 0W-20, in the absence of the specified lubricant, it is allowed to pour 0W-30 or 5W-30.
Diesel cars
- branded car oil Honda Diesel Oil #1.0;
- in accordance with the ACEA classification system - C2 or C3.
Honda CR-V IV 2.4 2015 release
Machines supplied to Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus
The requirements for motor oil are as follows:
- according to ACEA standard - A1/B1, A3/B3, A5/B5;
- according to SAE 0W-20 standards, if such a liquid is not available, use 0W-30 or 5W-30.
In addition to machines supplied to Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Belarus
- Honda branded fluids;
- in accordance with API classification - SM or higher.
- viscosity is selected according to scheme 5.
Scheme 6. Dependence of the viscosity characteristics of lubricating fluids on ambient temperature. According to the scheme, motor oils are used:
- 0W-20;0W-30; 0W-40; 5W-30; 5W-40, in the temperature range from -30 0 C (or less) to + 40 0 C (or more);
- 10W-30; 10W-40 at temperatures -20 0 C to + 40 0 C (and above).
- 15W-40 at temperatures from -15 0 C to + 40 0 C (and above).
Conclusion
When buying motor oil, you need to pay attention not only to the base (synthetic, semi-synthetic, mineral water), but also take into account the viscosity parameters of the lubricant. Liquids for winter and summer have different fluidity; they are poured depending on the season. The former ensure the engine starts without warming up, the latter protect the motor from overheating. The recommended engine oil for the Honda CR-V is indicated by the car's engineers in the manual. Its use will have a positive effect on the engine and lubrication system.
In the instructions for the car, the manufacturer insists on using branded motor oil and indicates that adding various types of additives is unacceptable.
July 22, 2015A feature of the power plants of Honda SRV vehicles is the ability to operate at high speeds for a long time. In fact, this is the normal mode of these engines. All production of the Honda concern is rooted in sports, and racing technologies are implemented in serial “civilian” cars and motorcycles.
Such operation requires careful selection of technical fluids, and motor oil is no exception. If you use conventional lubricants in Honda CR-V engines, even if they comply with the SAE classification, you will not be able to achieve standard power indicators. In addition, ordinary oil will not withstand such temperatures and will quickly lose its performance characteristics.
Tolerances for oils
The Honda automobile plant requires the use in its engines of oil that meets API SN and ILSAC GF5 approval. Lubricants with this index have passed all bench and life tests for compliance with extreme conditions of high-speed engines. Compared to conventional motor oil, they provide heat resistance and viscosity that does not change over different temperature ranges.
Not every lubricant manufacturer can boast of Honda approval, the requirements for oil quality are so high. In addition, the Honda SRV can be used on light off-road conditions, which leads to additional loads on the power plant. Therefore, when purchasing technical fluids, it is necessary to check their suitability for this particular model.
Honda engines have a valve timing control system. This places special demands on the quality of oil in hydraulic compensators. Tolerances of lubricants include the implementation of this point.
Private label lubricants
At the request of the Honda concern, a series of oils of the same name has been developed and produced, which have unique characteristics. Lubricants are grouped by model, including those specifically for SRV. Synthetic base stock and high performance additives provide maximum engine protection even under severe operating conditions.
The oil is all-season, and the manufacturers managed to achieve unique viscosity indicators. Starting from sub-zero temperatures, and upon reaching the maximum heating, the SAE classification does not exceed the tolerance limits. Viscosity measurements during bench tests showed the retention of a light and liquid consistency in any temperature range. This allows you to maintain engine operating parameters immediately after a cold start and after a long run at maximum speed.
The excellent cleaning properties of CR-V oil help minimize the amount of harmful deposits in the engine. Life tests showed low ash content and moderate content of aggressive components in additives. Anti-oxidation properties remain unchanged after a long run, which provides good protection against corrosion of engine parts.
A characteristic feature of branded lubricants for Honda CR-V is film strength. This ensures that the engine oil is retained in the contact patch at high speeds, when inertial forces tend to throw the lubricant off the surface of the moving part.
The high quality of Honda working fluids allows you to increase the service replacement interval to 15,000 km. In addition to protecting the environment, this allows the car owner to save money during maintenance.
Manufacturer support
Unlike many automakers, the Honda concern pours the highest quality motor oil into its cars immediately upon release. Accordingly, the manufacturer’s requirements to adhere to this rule seem appropriate. If you use oil that does not meet the approval, the manufacturer has the right to refuse warranty service for the vehicle.
Questionable savings when buying cheap oil can result in expensive repairs to the power plant. In this case, the engine will not be able to provide the performance characteristics that are especially valued in Honda cars. So to get real pleasure while operating these sports-tuned cars, you need to use only branded working fluids.
As you know, without motor oil (hereinafter referred to as MM), any engine cannot operate, so the selection of this consumable is usually given enough time. The quality of the oil determines the operation of the engine, as well as its service life. Today you will learn which is better to fill in the SRV, how often it should be done and how the replacement process occurs. In addition, especially for our users, we have prepared a useful video on replacing the substance.
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What kind of oil should I use?
What kind of oil should be poured into a Honda SRV engine? This question was asked by every happy owner of this car model. And not without reason, because the quality of functioning of the engine and the vehicle as a whole depends on the oil. As stated in the instruction manual, for Honda cars it is recommended to use energy-saving API grade motor fluids. It is noted that the MM must correspond to the quality category SG, SH or SJ.
Since 2007, the automobile manufacturer has officially recommended pouring MM from the manufacturer Mobil 1 into the engines of its cars. These are not just words, but an official recommendation for Japanese cars. Of course, you may not adhere to it, but it’s still worth listening to the automaker’s words. Again, the recommendation for Mobil 1 oil was made specifically for the Japanese market, although the quality of Japanese motor fluid is slightly different from that sold in domestic auto stores.
It is also worth noting that you can find MM Honda Gold on the Russian car market. As the name implies, this consumable is optimally suited for Honda vehicle engines, but it is not popular among domestic consumers. This is mainly due to the high cost of the substance.
By the way, about eight years ago, the company’s engineers tested various motor fluids used in Honda cars. As a result of the tests, it became clear that Honda engines excessively consume Castrol and Shell MM, which means that these consumables leave a high percentage of carbon deposits on the walls of the engines. Actually, if you are thinking about which MM is better to fill in your “iron horse”, then you should refuse to purchase these brands of oils.
In turn, MMs made by “Chevron” or “Enous” leave an order of magnitude less carbon deposits, however, the formation of varnish deposits was recorded on the walls of the motor. This indicator is not “fatal” for the engine, however, as a result of long-term use of such consumables, the engine will need to be cleaned in the future.
Korean-made Zic and Dragon MMs leave an order of magnitude less soot and harmful deposits, but they cannot help increase the engine’s service life. In addition, in Honda engines they lose their properties much faster. In other words, the use of such a MM is advisable if it is changed every 5 thousand kilometers. The best test results were shown by MM brand Liqui Moly: as it turned out, they largely exceed the original requirements of the car manufacturer.
As for the use of domestic consumables in Honda cars, their use is highly discouraged by the manufacturer.
Any Russian-made liquid has a high rate of formation of soot, deposits and coke in the engine of Japanese vehicles. This in no way indicates a poor quality product, but it does show its complete incompatibility with Honda engines.
In addition, it is recommended to fill the engine with original oils. In particular, we are talking about Japanese-made Honda ULTRA LTD 5W30 SM and American-made Honda 5W30. The average market price of Japanese MM is about 1,800 rubles (700 hryvnia) per four-liter canister, American - about 1,500 rubles (580 hryvnia) for a package of the same packaging. This MM is best used in Honda engines. If you haven’t found original consumables for your car in auto stores in your city, try purchasing it online.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that consumers replace consumables at least every 15 thousand kilometers. This is the case if the car is operated in ideal conditions, that is, it does not spend most of its time in traffic jams and is not used on dusty roads.
These indicators do not apply to domestic roads, so it is better to reduce the replacement period by half. If you have filled in with high-quality fluid, it should be changed every 7,500 km. If you feel that the filled consumable has already begun to lose its properties, then it is better to replace it after 5 thousand kilometers.
We are replacing
Replacing engine fluid is not a difficult task; even an inexperienced motorist can do it. In this case, the main thing is to follow all the steps indicated in our replacement instructions.
What will you need?
Prepare in advance everything that may be needed during the technical work, namely:
- new engine oil (for a 2-liter engine, 4 liters will be enough; for a 2.4-liter engine, the volume of liquid to be filled will be 5 liters);
- original oil filter;
- a new gasket for the drain hole (washer), usually required when replacing the MM;
- wrench to “17”;
- a special chain with which you can (called a key);
- an old bucket or any other container for draining the MM from the motor.
Step-by-step instruction
So, let's start replacing the lubricant. To do this, you will need to find a garage with a pit or an overpass - this will make it much more convenient to carry out technical work. In the absence of a pit or overpass, the car can be placed on a jack.
- Place your car on a pit or overpass and wait 20-30 minutes for the engine to cool down. The engine should not be cold, otherwise all the liquid will not flow out of it. But it shouldn’t be too hot either.
- Reach under the car and locate the drain plug that is draining the substance. Take an old bucket or any other container and place it under the stopper.
- Now take a “17” wrench and unscrew the plug. Be careful, hot oil can burn your skin. Wait 30-40 minutes until all consumables have drained from the engine.
- While the fluid is draining, unscrew the oil filter element. If you can’t unscrew it yourself, use a special filter wrench. If you don’t have that, then a regular gas wrench will do. It is not convenient for them to twist, but it is quite possible to rip the filter off the thread.
- Take a new drain gasket and install it in place of the old one.
- Next, you need to take a new filter element, pour about 100 grams of MM into it and lubricate the rubber filter flange with it.
- Place the new filter in place and tighten the drain plug.
- Open the filler cap and pour in as much oil as your engine needs. Monitor the consumable level using a dipstick - ideally, the MM level should be midway between the MIN and MAX marks.
Experienced owners of the popular Honda CR-V crossover are probably aware of which engine oil is suitable for their car. Some are guided by theoretical knowledge and buy analogues, while others prefer only the original oil, the quality of which cannot be doubted. In any case, every owner of a Honda CR-V should know a little theory so as not to make a mistake in their choice in the future. In addition, today there are many high-quality analogues that are no worse than more expensive original products. In this article we will look at original and similar oils, as well as their parameters. Recommendations are given separately for each model range of Honda CR-V with 2.0 and 2.4 liter gasoline engines.
Now let's look at the choice of oils by type, seasonality and brand. Below are recommendations for Honda CR-V from 1995 to 2004.
Year of manufacture – 1995
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-30, 10W-40, 5W-40
- Winter – 5W-30
- Summer – 20W-30, 25W-30
API Standard - SH
- The best brands – Mobile, Kixx, Valvoline, Consol, G-Energy
Year of manufacture – 1996
SAE Viscosity Standard:
- Universal – 10W-30, 10W-40
- Winter – 5W-30, 5W-40
- Summer – 20w-40, 25W-30
API Standard - SH
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies are Rosneft, Consol, G-Energy, Valvoline, Kixx
Year of manufacture – 1997
SAE standard:
- Winter – 5W-30, 5W-40
- Summer – 20W-40, 25W-30
API Standard - SJ
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies are Mobil, ZIK, Lukoil, Rosneft, Mannol, Valvoline
Year of manufacture – 1998
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-30, 15W-40, 15W-30
- Winter – 5W-30, 5W-40
- Summer – 20W-40, 25W-30, 25W-40
API Standard - SJ
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies are ZIK, Lukoil, Kixx, Xado, Valvoline
Year of manufacture – 1999
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-40, 15W-40, 15W-30
- Winter – 5W-30, 5W-40
- Summer – 20W-40, 20W-30, 25W-40
API Standard - SJ
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies are ZIK, Lukoil, Lotos, Rosneft, Mannol, G-Energy, Kixx, Valvoline
Year of manufacture – 2000
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 15W-30
- Winter – 5W-30, 5W-40
API Standard - SJ
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best brands – Mobile, Rosneft, Lotos, Mannol
Year of manufacture – 2001
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 15W-30
- Winter – 5W-30, 5W-40
- Summer – 20W-40, 20W-30, 25W-30, 25W-40
API Standard - SJ
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies - Mobile, Lotus, Mannol
Year of manufacture – 2002
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-40, 5W-40
- Winter – 5W-40, 0W-30
- Summer – 20W-40, 25W-30, 25W40
API Standard - SH
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies are Mobil, ZIK, Lukoil, Rosneft, Valvoline
Year of manufacture – 2003
SAE standard:
- Universal – 15W-40, 10W-40, 5W-40
- Winter – 0W-30, 5W-40, 5W-30
- Summer – 20W-30, 20W-40, 25W-30
API Standard - SJ
- Type – semi-synthetic, mineral
- The best companies - Mobile, Lukoil, Rosneft, Valvoline, Consol
Year of manufacture – 2004
SAE standard:
- Universal – 10W-40, 5W-40
- Winter – 0W-30, 5W-40
- Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40
API Standard - SL
- Type – semi-synthetic
- The best companies are Mobil, ZIK, Lukoil, Rosneft, Valvoline, Consol.
Second generation, model year 2002-2006
- The selected oil must meet API SJ or SL parameters
- Available viscosity characteristics:
- 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40 – at temperatures of minus 30 degrees and below, as well as at +40 degrees and more;
- 10W-30, 10W-40 – for temperature ranges from minus 20 to +40 degrees and above
- 15W-40 – for temperatures from minus 15 to + 40 degrees and above
Third generation, model range 2007-2012
- Our priority is original Honda Motor Oil.
- ACEA standard requirements – A1/B1/A3/B3, or A5/B5
- Viscosity characteristics:
- 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30 - for temperatures from minus 30 to 40 degrees and more
- 5W-30 – for temperatures from minus 20 to +40 degrees and more
- API Standard - SL
Fourth generation, model range from 2015
- Priority is given to only Honda branded engine mixture
- ACEA standards available - A1/B1, A3/B3, A5/B5; SAE 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30
When choosing engine oil, you should focus only on key parameters, such as SAE and API. So, let's consider the option of choosing oil using the example of a 1995 Honda CR-V with a 2-liter engine. For such a car, a semi-synthetic oil on a universal base with parameters 10W-30 SH is suitable. For more modern cars equipped with 2.0 and 2.4 liter engines, it is advisable to select synthetics or semi-synthetics 0W-30/SL.
Finally, let’s highlight several motor oils that are most popular among Honda CR-V owners of different years of production:
- Honda 5W30
- Shell Helix 5W-30
- ProFix 5W-30 SN GF-5
- Liqui Moly 5W-40
- Idemitsu Zepro.
