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Honda CRV AWD Rear Differential Fluid Change - 5th Gen - 2018 - Vortex Garage

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Skill Level

Intermediate

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$0–50

Equipment

Honda CR-V 5th Gen

Permit Required

No

Tools Needed

Socket set, Wrench set, Drain pan, Differential fluid, Torque wrench, Jack and jack stands
Torque Specs - Found on a Honda service document for 2018 CRV: Drain Bolt Washer Rear Differential (AWD) 47 N•m (35 lb-ft) Fill Plug Washer Rear Differential (AWD) 47 N•m (35 lb-ft) Today we will be showing what is needed to perform a maintenance operation on this 2018 Honda CRV, replacing the fluid in the AWD rear differential. For tools and parts used in this video, you can use the links below: Note: Amazon links below are through their affiliate program for Vortex Garage, direct to Amazon. All other links are direct unless noted. Differential Fluid Change - CRV: Rear Diff Drain and Fill Crush Washer set - 5 of each size - Non-OEM, but the kit I used: https://amzn.to/2EUMTPg Fluid Pump - Cheap, recommend using a new one and keeping it bagged up for only that fluid type: https://amzn.to/3ipnJ8W Honda Dual Pump Fluid II - 2 quart bottles needed for CRV Rear Diff: Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ShueQB Check prices! Amazon prices can vary greatly based on stock/seller with availability. Alternate source for Fual Pump Fluid II: Honda Parts Direct: https://www.hondapartsdirect.com/oem-parts/honda-fluid-dpf-ii-082009007 Drain Pan for Oil Recycling: https://amzn.to/3cOH2Y5 Various Tools: Gearwrench 57pc 3/8 Drive SAE and Metric Socket Set: https://amzn.to/33jhAqA Gearwrench 4pc Ratchet Set - 120xp Flex Head, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2: https://amzn.to/2SfmYEL ARES 70330-9-Piece Wobble Extension Set: https://amzn.to/3cQUieJ TCP Global Paint Cups - 32oz - 100pcs with 12 lids - I use these for many things! https://amzn.to/2SibKQc ABN Paint Cups - 32oz - 12pcs (No lids!) - Alternative if you don't want bulk - but not much cheaper after buying lids! https://amzn.to/3cMY35b ABN Paint Cup Lids - 32oz - 12pcs (Lids Only) - Go with the ABN cups above https://amzn.to/2Segd6p Reusable Sprayer for Brakeclean: https://amzn.to/30slGuC Brakeclean Gallon: Standard Formula: https://amzn.to/36CejF9 50-state Formula: https://amzn.to/2SgMNo5