Honda CR-V, RD1/RD3 (USA / CAN)
Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval
Honda CR-V, RD1/RD3 (USA / CAN) manual transmission fluid capacity ranges from 1,7 to 2,1 liters. The data covers 2 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| CR-V 2.0i (1998-2002) |
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| CR-V 2.0i 4WD (1998-2002) |
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Additional Notes
- The Honda CR-V RD1/RD3 2.0i manual transaxle holds 2.1 liters at dry fill, a figure that reflects the total fluid volume required when filling a completely drained or rebuilt unit with no residual fluid remaining inside.
- Service fill capacity for the 2.0i manual transaxle is rated at 1.7 liters, representing the amount of fluid expected to re-enter the unit during a routine drain-and-refill, where a portion of fluid remains in internal passages and components.
- The 0.4-liter difference between dry fill and service fill on the 2.0i transaxle is a practical distinction that matters when determining how much fluid to have on hand, depending on whether the work involves a fresh build or a standard fluid change.
- Both the two-wheel-drive 2.0i and the 4WD 2.0i share identical manual transaxle capacities of 2.1 liters dry and 1.7 liters service fill across the 1998-2002 model years, indicating no capacity variation between drivetrain configurations for the front transaxle unit.
- All listed specifications apply under normal use conditions, meaning the capacity and service figures are not adjusted for severe-duty driving cycles such as towing, frequent short trips, or extreme temperature operation.