Honda CR-V 2021 Owner's Manual page 583

5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
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7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
Oil Filter
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8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
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9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
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10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes, and
then check the oil level on the dipstick.
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13. Reinstall the under cover in the same order
it was removed.
uuMaintenance Under the HooduChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
If it is stuck, you must detach it.
Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter gasket.
Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
Engine oil change capacity (including filter):
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Be sure to verify that the oil filter is designed for your
vehicle. A Honda genuine oil filter is recommended
for optimum lubrication flow and filtration properties
to assure the reliability of the engine.
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