Honda CR-V, RD1/RD3 (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Honda CR-V, RD1/RD3 (USA / CAN) automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 2,9 to 6,8 liters. The data covers 2 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
CR-V 2.0i (1998-2002)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,8 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,9 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: 4/1
CR-V 2.0i 4WD (1998-2002)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6,8 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,9 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: 4/1

Additional Notes

  • The Honda CR-V RD1/RD3 2.0i carries a dry fill capacity of 6.8 liters for the automatic transaxle, a figure that reflects the total fluid volume required when filling a completely empty unit, such as after a full rebuild or replacement.
  • The service fill capacity of 2.9 liters is the amount exchanged during a routine drain-and-refill, representing only the fluid that drains from the pan while the torque converter retains the remainder.
  • Both the front-wheel-drive 2.0i and the 4WD 2.0i share identical dry fill and service fill capacities of 6.8 liters and 2.9 liters respectively, indicating no difference in automatic transaxle fluid volume between the two drivetrain configurations across the 1998-2002 model years.
  • The gap between the 6.8-liter dry fill and the 2.9-liter service fill means roughly 3.9 liters remain in the transmission circuit during a standard fluid change, which is a characteristic behavior of automatic transmissions where the torque converter does not fully drain without disassembly.
  • All specifications across both configurations are listed under normal use conditions, applying to the 1998-2002 production span of the CR-V RD1/RD3 in the USA and Canadian markets.

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