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Under normal throttle application, you may never notice that power is being routed to the rear axle. Nail the throttle from a stop and you will get a little wheel spin from the front before the rears engage. The only way you may know it is working is that you keep going where otherwise you would have been stuck.
RT4WD will engage on loose surfaces, wet roads, snow, ice, mud, etc. You do not have to be stuck for it to activate.
I personally have driven through over 15" of snow, on a beach, across a sand wash, up a wet grass hill, an apple orchard, across a flooded street and through a muddy field (but not at the same time). Each time I have had no problems.
1) Should I get the "Honda Care" Extended warranty--$1230 + tax for 7 years and 100K miles.
2) What do you think about getting the car rustproofed? I live in Northeast Ohio where there's lots of salt on the roads. I read where cars these days are protected well enough that rustproofing doesn't matter... If I did get it rustproofed, would it help the road "noise" I hear at high speeds on the freeway? (I keep thinking I need to shift gears again, but it's just the noise)
3)Are wheel locks a good idea? From the dealer or from somewhere else?
4) If I want to add a cassette deck and better speakers, where is the best place to have that done. I am not going to install them myself. Would going to "Best Buy" or "Circuit City" void my Honda warranty?
5) What about those "plastic" stone defector things that go on the front of the hood? Do they work? (I don't care if they look cool or not) I do not want to get a nose guard as had one for my civic and didn't like it.
6) Has anyone else been told to vary your speed for the first 600 miles on the freeway and not to use the cruise control? Why was this?
7) Where can I get a cheap cargo net to put groceries in along the back end so they don't roll around while the dogs are in the car? I don't want to pay the exhorbitant prices the dealer would charge. However, I don't do drilling on my car myself--so maybe the dealer is the only answer
You folks have been great help as I researched this purchase! I almost feel like I have my old civic wagon back!!! Any of you former civic wagon owners now owning a CR? How do you compare them? (Minus the MPG comparison...)
I'm excited about this car!!
1. The CR-V has proven to be quite problem-free, so I don't think you'd need to shell out for the extended warranty. In 4 years, I have not had to bring mine in for a warranty repair.
2. If you are referring to the tar-like stuff they spray on the underside for rustproofing, it doesn't do much for sound insulation. The CR-V is just inherently noisy. I suppose if you live in an area that uses ALOT of salt, you may want to get it for that purpose.
3. I'm not aware that the CR-V alloys and tires are common target of thieves, so the wheel locks may not be necessary. But on the other hand, if it gives you some peace of mind at a cost of only about $50...
3) I've never heard of CR-V wheels being a theft target, but I sleep a little better with wheel locks on my car. There are several Honda dealerships that sell accessories online for less than the typical dealer. Check out http://www.handa-accessories.com for one dealer I would recommend.
4) Don't be afraid to read your warranty. It clearly states that a warranty claim isn't valid only if it can be shown that an aftermarket installation caused the damage you need fixed. You're still covered.
Those are your questions I can best answer. The number one suggestion I have for you as a new owner is to check out the CR-V Information Exchange at http://www.hondasuv.com. Good information on the site, good owner-to-owner communication on the forum. Don't get me wrong, I do love Edmunds Town Hall . . . but it's tough to beat an online community that's "all CR-V, all the time."
freeway and not to use the cruise control? Why was this?"
This sounds like standard break-in advice given for almost all cars for at least the last three decades.
k6ncx - I think what you are describing is the Iso-fix system. It's a bracket of sorts that is firmly attached to the frame of the car's seat. The child seat then attaches to the bracket. The system hasn't become standardized yet, so I don't think any car manufacturers are making it standard equipment.
Regan9 - You'll be back in the drivers seat soon!
Gonzo - You may be correct, but I got that info about the leather seats from Bing at CRV IX. I believe that he got the info from his dealer.
What you've described is how Acura cut costs on the TL and CL. This is typically referred to as "leather seating surfaces" and not "leather trimmed seats". Also, it is not uncommon for cars to have full leather. Many of the cars in the entry level luxury segment have full leather. The TL is often criticized for being an exception. Personally, I could car less if the fries that fall between the seats are resting on real leather or synthetic. I just want it to be comfy and look reasonably good.
Side note: I pick up my wife's new TL next weekend. Wahoo!
Ask around to your friends if they rustproof. Get different opinions. I did because the road crews around me salt like the dickins and I can hose off as often as I like.
Get the wheel locks. I got the dealer to throw them in, but its cheap to keep the wheels, just in case. I noticed a lot of RAVs with stolen spares around town, so I got the locks. Make sure you get five locks.
I don't like the installer du jour you find at Best Buy or CC. Find a good independant shop and have them do the work. They take pride in what they are doing.
Thanks.
Check this site out. http://www.handa-accessories.com/crvint.html
Regards.
I have a problem I was hoping you could help me with. We recently parked our two month old CRV in the underground parking garage of a local Hotel. It was raining outside and the rain leached through cracks in the ceiling of the garage and dripped all over the top and back of my CRV. It left a white residue(maybe Calcium) that would not come off when I took it through the car wash. I was able to get it off the rear glass by using Lime-away, but this product is not recommended for painted surfaces. Any suggestions of how to get it off the paint without damaging the paint?
Thanks
If you don't feel comfortable doing it, take it to a detail shop and have them look at it.
Good Luck
1. cargo cover (out of sight, out of mind)
2. keeps you warm if stranded in a ditch
3. dog blanket for back seat
4. good for using when moving furniture.
5. can cover items on roof rack in inclement weather
Plus, it is cheap (free if you have an old one hanging around), flexible, and compact. Plus you can remove it if you need the space.
I would try vinagar to get the stain off. It
should be strong enough to get it off without
hurting the paint.
I like the fact that the Escape has an optional V6 engine (200hp!!), and also optional side air bags. However, I like the reliability of Hondas (I own a Civic), which is not something you can say about Ford vehicles.
Right now, I'm leaning towards the CRV, but will probably wait until when the 02 model comes out this fall. Since both the Accord and Civic have side air bags, I'm hoping that Honda will get their act together and offer this as an option for the CRV, as well. Any thoughts? Thanks.
Candaiancl - Nope. The only thing I can think of would be the noise-vibration that some hear when RT4WD kicks in. You might also check your differential fluid.
I purchased a clay bar and lubricant and worked on the mineral stains. It got the majority of the stains off but some of the larger spots would not come off. I made up a 50:50 mixture of vinegar and water and worked on the remaining stains with that mixture. The vinegar dissolved the remaining stains and did not mark the paint.
Thanks again to both of you.
labor because they have to remove all the panels.
Is this correct? Has anyone else had installed at a dealer? Question is, has anyone installed theirself? Any problems?
Thanks
The CR-V IS noisy, especially on the highway. So if noise is a concern, and you can hold off on buying, I would wait until this fall when a re-designed CR-V is supposed to be out.
I added sound deadening material under hood, under front floor and in front doors. That helped a lot. However, I could not add material behind console because it seems too hard to disassemble it. I still get a little more noise than I would like. Can anyone recommend anything further? Thanks
BTW, our buddy Gene has left Clair Honda. I was in the other week test driving cars with a friend and was told that he's gone back to Maine.
Computel - Was the shudder happening at a specific RPM (about 2,500) or immediately upon application of the throttle? I don't have this problem myself, but others have reported a shudder/vibration at that RPM.
Sacrpenter3 - Dunno. Honda is especially secretive about new models. I wouldn't expect to hear reliable news about the 2002 model until Summer.
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This may sound silly, but the engine noise does not bother me - just turn the radio up. I LOVE my CR-V! Tell your wife that the black looks cool. When I get it washed, it reminds me of black paten leather shoes because it is so shiny.
The ute is certified by Honda and they've quoted 16500. Is that a fair price? I've checked the TMV on KBB, edmunds & a couple of others. All quotes range between 15000 & 16000 and some even lower. Also did a lemon check & everything seems fine.
Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks
kajal
where are you from
that seems like a grat quote