🔧 Engine Oil & Oil Filter - Change

Changing the oil and filter on your CR-V is a straightforward service that protects the turbocharged engine and helps it run clean and smooth. On this model, the oil filter is a cartridge-style filter inside a housing, so you’ll be removing the filter cap rather than a spin-on canister.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 1-1.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Work on a level surface and set the parking brake before lifting the vehicle.
• Let the engine cool down first. Hot oil and hot exhaust parts can burn you.
• Use jack stands if you raise the vehicle. Never rely on the jack alone.
• The engine oil level must be checked with the vehicle on level ground.
• Do not overfill the engine. Too much oil can damage the turbocharged engine.
• No battery disconnect is required for this service.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• 17mm socket
• 3/8-inch ratchet
• Torque wrench
• Honda-style oil filter cap wrench 65mm 14-flute (specialty)
• Oil drain pan
• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Wheel chocks
• Funnel
• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Shop towels

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Engine oil (SAE 0W-20 full synthetic) - Qty: 4 quarts
• Oil filter element - Qty: 1
• Oil filter housing O-ring set - Qty: 1
• Drain plug crush washer - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and turn the engine off.
• Set the parking brake and chock the rear wheels.
• Let the engine cool for at least 30 minutes.
• If you use the undertray access panel, keep track of all clips and screws.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Raise the front of the vehicle

• Use a floor jack to lift the front end at the proper lift point.
• Support the vehicle with jack stands before going underneath.
• Never work under a car on a jack alone.

Step 2: Remove the underbody access cover

• Use the appropriate socket or trim tool to remove the fasteners holding the lower access cover.
• Set the cover and fasteners aside in order.

Step 3: Drain the engine oil

• Place the oil drain pan under the drain plug.
• Use a 17mm socket and ratchet to remove the drain plug.
• Let the oil drain completely.
• Install a new crush washer on the drain plug.
• Reinstall the drain plug and torque to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs).

Step 4: Remove the oil filter housing

• Move the drain pan under the filter housing.
• Use the Honda-style oil filter cap wrench 65mm 14-flute (specialty) to remove the filter housing cap.
• Let the remaining oil drain out of the housing.
• Remove the old filter element from the cap assembly.

Step 5: Replace the filter seals

• Use your fingers to remove the old O-rings from the housing cap.
• Lube the new O-rings lightly with clean engine oil before installing them.
• Install the new filter element on the housing cap.
• Light oil on O-rings helps prevent pinching.

Step 6: Install the oil filter housing

• Thread the housing cap in by hand first to avoid cross-threading.
• Use the oil filter cap wrench and a torque wrench to tighten it.
• Torque to 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs).

Step 7: Reinstall the underbody cover

• Put the access cover back in place.
• Use the original fasteners and tighten them securely.

Step 8: Add engine oil

• Lower the vehicle to level ground.
• Use a funnel and add about 3.7 US quarts (3.5 liters) of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic.
• Start with a little less than full capacity, then top off after checking the dipstick.

Step 9: Check the oil level

• Start the engine and let it idle for 30-60 seconds.
• Shut the engine off and wait 5 minutes.
• Use the dipstick to confirm the oil level is between the marks.
• Add oil in small amounts if needed.

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✅ After Repair

• Check underneath for oil leaks at the drain plug and filter housing.
• Verify the oil level again after a short drive and recheck on level ground.
• Reset the maintenance minder if needed using the vehicle’s service menu.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $90-$160 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $35-$65 (parts only)

You Save: $55-$95 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.5-1 hour.

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