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Actually I saw more bad weather in Chicago than we've had back here. I got stuck overnight in the windy city on my way to the left coast. My return trip took me through San Jose to avoid more storms in that area. Maybe Boeing should invest in RT4WD. ;-)
For the record, two years in our '99 CR-V as of this month, and so far, not one problem. My wife (it's her daily driver) is talking like she wants to buy it when our lease is up next December. Anyone know how the resale value has held up?
Mikefm98 - Dunno. Pardon me while I act like Mr. Technical... The remote doesn't get programmed, it's the receiver that does. So it's just a matter of getting the car to accept the output from the keyfob. Of course, you can't have a CR-V remote on one frequency and an Accord remote on another wave. At least that's the way it works with my aftermarket system. When I had to get one remote replaced (dog chewed it), I had to bring both remotes in so that they match the frequencies.
When visiting some friends in the Almaden area I couldn't help but notice that their next door neighbor has 2 CR-V's ! One LX and one EX - go figure. I'm thinking if we didn't have a space requirement for our Grand Caravan, that we could easily be a 2 CR-V family.
The wife drives the van, and I switch off between the CR-V and our our 'rotation car' - an '83 Porsche 944 driven (rotated in) to try and keep the miles down on the CR-V. After 15 months I already have 25K miles on the 'V' and still lovin' it ! As much fun, if not more, than the 944. See ya on the roadways....
Reiner4 - Right, you're forced to drive the Porche to keep the miles down on a CR-V? Sounds pretty tough. :-)
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CR-V that I have had less than six months wouldn't start. Because it's so cold here in St. Louts I thought it was the battery, but according to AAA it was the starter. He banged on it a few times and it started right up. I took it straight to the dealership, where it
started every time, so they would not fix it since they did not witness the problem. I understand this but it is frustrating because in order to get it fixed, it has to happen again and I might not be
lucky enough to be at home next time.
The question is; do you need any of that?
If the answer is "no", then get the Civic. The Civic gets much better gas mileage, handles better, rides quieter,... You get the idea.
Bookerdp - Sounds like a one time fluke (like a wet wires, or an ice between connections kinda thing). I can only suggest that you get the AAA guy to explain why thumping the starter fixed the problem.
Can someone give me some pros and cons with this situation? I want a vehicle that sits higher, and may give me better lower back support. Input welcome! Thank you!
All of the above is pure speculation based on other speculations from car magazines and what I know of Honda's design tendencies. Honda has a nasty habit of being extremely secretive about new designs. They've gone so far as to release a 9/10ths scale prototype of a car (specifically the MDX) only a few months before production [read smokescreen]. I wouldn't expect to get "good" information until the Summer of 2001.
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Those are the pros. The cons are that the system reacts to slipping rather than preventing it. Typically, it engages within a second, but this may be a second too late. Systems like the ones in Soobs are faster reacting and generally better if your only concerns are slick conditions. The CR-V's system is best thought of as a little extra security and a good way to get unstuck when you get into trouble.
My suggestions would be to drive like the CR-V is a FWD car and let the system engage when it needs to. Go slow and remember that 4WD has nothing to do with stopping. For what it's worth, my CR-V has behaved much better than other cars I've owned even when the system is not engaged.
I've got a '99 Honda CR-V EX Automatic that has started exhibiting a knock when the engine is cold. This disappears after ~ 1-2 minutes of idling or driving. We've racked up 32,000 miles.
The dealer listened to the knock and handed me a bulletin from Honda to the Honda service organizations which said that this is normal.
The note is a short paragraph which says:
"Cold Start Knock
To some degree, cold start knock (piston slap) is a normal characteristic on 4-stroke gasoline engines. It happens when the engine is cold (piston-to-cylinder clearance is at its greatest, and most of the oil has drained back into the pan). As the engine warms up, the knock whould quickly diminish, usually within 2 to 3 minutes."
I don't believe I agree but I thought I'd check with all you other Honda CR-V owners before pursuing Honda. If this was true, then I'd have been hearing this knock last Winter. So my dilemna is this: Is abnormal engine wear occurring which will shorten the life or is this really "normal"? As the warranty expires in ~3500 miles I need to decide soon.
Thanks.
I'd like to add that I have not had even the teeniest bit of problem with my CRV and I have driven it all over the western and mountain states.
Hondas and never experienced this noise.Of course I live in a warm climate.
For information about this sort of thing, you can usually get answers from the folks at the CR-V Information Exchange. This particular issue was brought up there only a few days ago.
With this kind of roads, only a true 4WD can sustain. Those automatic clutches or viscous couplings or traction controls can quickly be overused in this situation and can wear prematurely. These systems are ideal only on INTERMITENT slippery patches but reliability becomes at risk once the going really gets tough.
Anyone else have comments on this?
Thanks in advance!
1) what kind of mileage are people REALLY getting (why is it so much purer than the previous civic wagon--I used to get 38-40 MPG and my current sedan--34 MPG?)
2) how much stuff can the CR REALLY carry and tow? (I saw a segment on a news magazine show that said the CR load carrying capacity was poor) and
3) what about the roll-over safety concern with the vehicle being 8 inches off the ground
4) a dealer told me the driver couldn't get an armrest with a 5 speed--is this right?
5) is it worth it to get a dealer installed radio/cassette/DC player with the upgraded speakers or would it be better to go to a car audio place--does anyone have the Honda system? What do you think of the quality?
This is my first time on one of these message board things, so thanks in advance for your help.
As far as hauling stuff, you can trailer 1000 lbs. It will carry five adults and their gear fine. How much do you need to carry? It will easily out haul your Civic.
Any vehicle can roll over under the right conditions. Keep this in mind. A higher center of gravity increases your chances of rolling under the right conditions. That said, I have heard of few CR-Vs rolling and those that did were hit by other vehicles, which caused them to roll. Even it those cases, the occupants were not seriously injured.
The dealer doesn't offer the armrest, but you can add it aftermarket.
Go with an aftermarket audio upgrade. Much more bang for the buck.
Cagney1 - I'm getting 25+ mpg out of mine. I drive 65% highway and 35% town roads in my daily commute. I've been recording it for over a year now.
Last time I checked the CR-V was rated for up to 900 or 1,000 lbs. That's pretty good, but the roof rack is limited to 75 lbs, which is kinda shabby. Towing is only 1,000 lbs. I frequently transport two greyhounds in mine. I've also loaded it with 800-1,000 lbs of people and hiking gear, but I don't tow anything. You might like the Subaru Forester or Ford Escape if you'll be towing.
You should always be concerned about rollovers in any vehicle. It's no joke. However, the danger comes from the fact that a rollover creates a higher risk of being bounced around in, or even ejected from the cabin. Wear your seat belt and you'll significantly reduce the risk that a roll over will be anymore harmful than a similar "upright" accident.
Step 1: Disarm security system
Step 2: Turn the ignition key to the 'ON' (II) position
Step 3: Press the 'LOCK' or 'UNLOCK' button on the remote control transmitter
Step 4: Turn the ignition key to the 'OFF' (0,I) position
Step 5: Turn the ignition key to the 'ON' position
Step 6: Press the 'LOCK' of 'UNLOCK' button on the remote control transmitter
Step 7: Turn the ignition to the 'OFF' position
Step 8: Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position
Step 9: Press the 'LOCK' or 'UNLOCK' button on the remote control transmitter
Step 10: Turn the ignition to the 'OFF' position
Step 11: Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position
Step 12: Press the 'LOCK' or 'UNLOCK' button on the remote control transmitter.
a) The power door locks cycle to indicate programming mode. The Status LED illuminates simultaneously for 1 second
b) To terminate the programming mode at this point , either turn the ignition key to the 'OFF' position or leave the remote's button untouched for over 10 seconds. To program the remote, perform steps 2 - 12
Step 13: Press the 'LOCK' button of each remote (one at a time) to be stored in memory.
a) The power door locks cycle to confirm each entry
b) A button on each remote control transmitter to be programmed must be pressed. Perform the programming step within 10 seconds for each remote or else the programming mode will terminate.
Notes:
- Only 4 remotes can be stored in the system's memory
- For steps 2 - 12, each step must be completed within 5 seconds. For Step 13, within 10 seconds for each remote
- All remotes to be programmed must be on hand
- A non-programmed remote will work for this procedure
- Turn the ignition key to the 'OFF' position to complete the programming procedure.
-Trevor
honda-accessories.com
Thanks!
Other things: How does the car handle? Are folks generally satisfied?
Is the back door a pain to open with the window and then the door?
Has anyone towed a small tent camper with a CRV?
Any other ideas I should consider?? What are folks UNhappy with about the CRV? Thanks a lot!
Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester or Toyota RAV 4? Please feel free to send answers to my e-mail---queco@aol.com
http://www.j-cars.net/newcar_mar00.htm
The back door is great for my uses. I tote around two large dogs all of the time. I can lift the glass to give them air without allowing them to get out. The fact that it is hinged on the passenger side is problem for people who must load the car while parked at curbside. However, it's also easier for the driver to operate when getting out of the car and walking to the back (I don't have to walk all the way around the car and side step the door when it opens).
Sorry, I've never towed anything. I do know of someone who tows an ATV frequently. I think they use it for their profession. They're comfortable with towing.
Also take a look at the Forester, the new RAV4, and the Tribute.
Queco - I'll email you as comparisons tend to get these forums a bit rowdy.
Danl1 - Sorry to burst your bubble, but that photo is a standard CR-V with a bunch of aftermarket equipment added to it. If you like the look you can buy most of that stuff.