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I have the same problem with the front passenger door lock on my '99 CR-V EX. Sometimes it locks/unlocks, sometimes it doesn't; but the knob on the door always trys to move. I disassembled the door and the latch mechanism. It appears to be a worn pivot point that's activated by the eletric door lock actuator. The arm pivots, but it also moves up and down which is not what it's supposed to do. There was some dark residue around the pivot point that suggests it's worn. I've ordered a new latch mechanism and actuator (although the actuator is probably fine, it's all a pain to remove so I'm just replacing it).
The only reason I even attempted to disassemble the door was because I own a copy of the Honda CR-V Service Manual.
I haven't had the lock problem you've described. All my repairs have been the result of self-inflicted damage or general maintenance.
Has anyone got Toyo Ultra tires on their Honda C-RV? Today, I took my car into a Honda dealership for a service and was told that I needed new tires and that the tire they recommend is the Toyo Ultra tire. After reading what I could find on these, it looks like they are excellent on wet and dry surfaces but I haven't been able to find anything on how they handle in snow and ice. I live in Calgary, where there is often snow and ice on the roads for a few months of the year. Also, are these tires more expensive than perhaps I need to pay? Sounds as though they may not last as long as other makes, despite the excellent road grip. I would really appreciate any help anyone can give me on this. The snow will be here at any time now, so I know I need to see to this as soon as possible and I must admit I know nothing about tires. Not sure if I have the original tires on, but I think so - I bought my C-RV at four years' old, one and a half years ago. Mileage is now about 83,500 km. total. Thanks.
steve_ "Honda CR-V engine fires" Oct 12, 2004 7:13pm
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Here is some info you may find interesting since you also do your own changes. Before I went in for my bypass surgery I changed the filters on my Accord and CRV. I had the Fram Honda Blue filters on the cars {usually use WIX but had two left over}. Its been 5 weeks since my bypass and I am strong enough now so I just cut open the filters with a Dremel to check the media and found cardboard end plates in the filters. I was surprised to find cardboard instead of metal as all Honda filters before they switched to Fram had metal endplates. I am hoping that a few of the cheap Frams got mixed in and this is not the norm. Anyway Kizhe if you are using the Honda Fram's check, because I would not go beyond 5k to 6k with cardboard end plates.
A 1.25" receiver leaves more of the capacity for whatever you want to carry. 2" will mean whatever you put on there will be heavier and use up some of that capacity.
So while is looks beefier, fact is you have less remaining capacity.
-juice
Thx
If you're looking for a quick and easy job, then it may not matter. Honda placed the filter under the passenger side of the dash. It does require a considerable amount of time and effort to dismantle the dash and replace the filter.
Anyway, I was getting 23.9 MPG in my 5-speed '99 Accord.
I'm hoping my mileage at least stays the same throughout the life of the vehicle. The only thing is, the CR-V is an automatic. Which tells me I was not as efficient a 5-speed driver as I could've been.
Just a teaser, but did you know the new '05 Legacy 2.5i wagon gets 23/30 mpg, and that's with AWD? 22/30 even with automatic.
The CR-V has less length but more height. Long flat items will probably fit better in your Legacy. It's also easier to fold the seats flat.
-juice
Take the table with you on a test drive. Why not?
When we go, we take both kids and their car seats for a test fit. Seems reasonable to buy a vehicle that "fits" you.
-juice
I'm not 100% certain, but I doubt that a 6' table is going to fit with the seats folded forward. The CR-V's cargo area isn't that long.
However, you would be able to fit it with the seats folded backward. They recline back into the cargo area at about a 30-40 degree angle. So you'd be able to put the table on the back seat.
If so I have this lower back pain and my address is...
;-)
-juice
Try varmint's suggestion, or you could even strap it to the roof rack. Maybe even get a smaller table, which combined with the built-in one would give you more table top space overall.
Good luck.
-juice
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There are, of course, many trade-offs which could make the Element inappropriate, but it would fit that table.
That virtually *is* a table. Just throw a table cloth over top and voila. ;-)
-juice
That's why the 3 series has limited leg room despite a much longer wheelbase. The Legacy is more space efficient.
That kind of leg room up front lets them move the front seat a bit forward, both seats actually, and leaves a relatively long cargo area.
-juice
IMHO, it would be a cute gimmick, but not something that would translate into more sales. I have no problem with gimmicks (like the picnic table and "bed"), but the extra seat and airbag would be an expensive one.
In the case of the CR-V, the way the seats fold makes a bigger difference than the length of the vehicle. Notice in the picture below, you are looking at the bottom of the seats. The cargo floor is the floor under the seats, not the back of the seat.
Folded seats pic
That's because the seats fold back to cushion, then flip up. And I disagree with Juice about the Legacy being any easier. With the CR-V, it's one motion. You don't even need to remove the headrests and it's as flat a floor as you can get.
Honestly, your best bet is to take Juice's earlier advice. It's Friday. Take the rest of the afternoon and visit a dealer. Bring the table and see what's up.
As for the new RT4WD system, nobody knows. That's something I'm working on.
varmint "Honda CR-V Owners: FAQ" Oct 21, 2004 7:55pm
This is i-VTEC as used in the CR-V.
Things such as higher egress for taller people, Most of them have more head room, and most of them have full size spare tire. As for the drive train, driving in Ohio for most of my life if my FWD car can't get me there than I should stay home no matter what I drive.
Please don't take this as a shot at those that choose this platform because they are nice and if someone likes the way they look that is as good as any reason to buy. I just kind of feel the makers have snuck one in on us by taking the economical station wagon away and replaced it with higher priced mini utes and mini vans.
And the most recent growth in the market has been toward the more car-like crossover SUVs, rather than the big trucks. Vehicles like the new Ford Freestyle, Chrsyler Pacifica, and Cadillac SRX are more like the Subaru wagons than they are SUVs.
I'm sure if you go back in time far enough, you'll find somebody asking if the auto makers are sneaking one in on us with them new-fangled station wagons.
I'm 5'10" and bump my head getting into or out of most "midsized" sedans, or feel like I'm going to bump my head on the ceiling every time I drive over a speed bump. I know this because I travel regularly for work and drive a lot of rental cars. Even most minivans pose a problem for me, especially the Dodge/Chrysler minivans.
I like to drive sitting in an upright position, perhaps because the first vehicle I truly loved was a '67 VW Van, which I drove for nearly a decade. In any case, I can't imagine buying a sedan anytime in the future.
As for the drive train, driving in Ohio for most of my life if my FWD car can't get me there than I should stay home no matter what I drive.
I currently live near Indianapolis, but was born, raised, and then escaped from So California. Even after living in the midwest for more than 13 years, I still feel challenged by ice. The RT4WD of my CR-V allows me to relax while I'm driving, confidant that I won't end up in a ditch.
JM2C
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I must admit that the mini van we used to have served us well, but not much fun factor in those. So I offset it with the bike. Speaking of fun factor that could be another reason to consider a mini ute such as the CRV.
I just like the smooth quiet ride of the sedan as opposed to the stiffer louder ride of utes. Keep in mind I am not saying anyone is wrong in choosing the mini ute, as vehicle choice is a personal thing and valid to whoever makes their choice. We are lucky to have the wide selection that we do have.
I stopped by the dealer the other night on the way home from work and checked out the '05s. One of the things that was questioned in the (now retired) 2005 CR-V thread was whether or not the VSA system also included traction control.
It does. When I have time, I'll do an article on this for the FAQ. Until then, here's the deal.
VSA will engage the brakes based on whether or not the vehicle is taking the path intended by inputs from the driver. This help to prevent a spin or slide when driving on slippery surfaces.
Traction control engages the brakes when the ABS sensors detect that one wheel is slipping. Braking a slipping wheel allows it to regain traction, rather than spin uselessly.
The description of the VSA system in the CR-V sales manual states that it engages the brakes when it detects wheel slippage under 20mph. That's essentially the same description used for traction control in my 2001 Acura TL. This feature will provide supplemental aid to the RT4WD system.
I wasn't able to find out any more about the upgraded RT4WD system. I'll keep working on that.
My 2 cents
So you make an aggressive move in a traffic situation that screams for conservative driving and it's the fault of your vehicle? Hardly. You chose to "cut in front of" that 18 wheeler. If you tried that same move in rear wheel drive vehicle made before the advent of things like ABS, airbags, and traction control you'd probably have spun out and ended up in an even worse situation.
As with detractors of ABS when it was first released, I'm sure there are people who will think vehicles with traction control systems are more dangerous than the "old, reliable" vehicles without traction control. And they'll be wrong, too.
JM2C
Since I ditched my Camry, life is fine. I have an Envoy that pulls into traffic just fine. Maybe you are lucky enough to live in North Dakota where there is no congestion and can crawl into traffic when making a left turn. I live in a crowded area and if you don't move sprightly into traffic, then you are destined to go nowhere. Im surprised you didn't offer the suggestion to make 3 right turns instead of making anymore lefts when the street is wet.
How about offering some constructive advice instead of calling me a detractor, or possessor of buggy whip mentality. Or worse yet, if I dare to say that traction control sucks, then I must be Ted Kozinski, Mr. anti technology.
I think a system that shuts your engine down, involuntarily, while trying to make a turn is dangerous. The service writer at the Toyota dealer agreed with me and said it was a frequent complaint. I guess they are all Ted Kozinski's as well.
If this harrowing event happened to you with your family in the car almost being killed, perhaps your smugness wouldn't be so luminous
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My first guess would probably be no. Honda probably doesn't want to upset the "fung shway" of the anti-lock, VSA, and traction control features since they are all tied together.
Steve, I hope you weren't messed up too bad from the accident. Usually people like you who have been through something so traumatic afterwards choose to drive trucks like the hummer H1, not the smaller H2.
Two year
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When you say "awful", is it that you find the seats uncomfortable? Or are you like me, and find the seats actually painful?
Until I learned of the CR-V fires, my number one (and only) complaint concerning our CR-V was the seats.
I'm not rich - I've never owned a BMW or a Lexus or anything like that. My cars have been more on the inexpensive side, including a '94 Civic my son has now, and a '99 Escort. And even in these less expensive cars, the seats were WAY more comfortable than the seats in our CR-V; certainly, they did not cause pain.
Most people don't have a problem with the seats, but if you do have a problem, it's a serious problem and a legitimate reason to look elsewhere for your vehicle. And if it was obvious to you during a fairly short test drive (I didn't feel it at all during a long test drive), it's a problem that's not going to go away.
I wouldn't put my family in the situation as you originally described. Their safety comes first, even if it means taking longer to reach our destination.
JM2C
Your profile lists your location as Rochester, NY. I lived in the Rochester, NY area for four years (Greece for a year, then moved to Webster, worked in Irondiquoit). I currently live near Indianapolis, which is more than double the size of Rochester, NY (triple if you count the suburbs). I learned to drive in one of the most over populated areas in the country, Los Angeles County. I know about traffic. And I know not to turn in front of oncoming traffic if there's a possibility I won't be able to get out of their way.
JM2C
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