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2004 Honda CR-V Problems

 

Groaning Noise on Turns Due to Differential Fluid Breakdown

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A groaning noise from the rear differential heard while going through turns can be caused by differential fluid break down. Servicing the rear differential will generally correct this concern.

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Vibration When Braking Due to Rotor Problem

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The front brake rotors can warp and cause a vibration when braking. The rotors will need to be machined or in cases where they are worn to thin, replaced to correct this issue.

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AC Not Blowing Cold

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The AC compressor may seize resulting in loss of cold air from the AC vents. Often when the compressor fails in the fashion, debris is spread through out the entire air conditioning system resulting in very expensive repairs.

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Door Lock May be Not Turn Due to Worn Tumblers

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Worn door lock tumblers can cause the door lock to be sticky or not work at all. The lock has to be removed and the tumblers need to be replaced for this issue.

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Tailgate Light on Dash May Filcker

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A maladjusted tailgate or tailgate switch can cause the rear tailgate light on the dash to flicker when driving. Adjusting the door and or switch will address this concern.

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Growl Type Noise From Front of Engine

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On certain models the water pump bearing can go bad and cause a growl type noise from the front of the engine.

 

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Incorrect oil in rear differential may cause chattering/vibration on turns

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Use of incorrect oil in the rear differential on AWD models will cause a "chattering" sound and vibration on turns. Use only Honda-approved differential oil.
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Check Engine Light on Due to Faulty Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor

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On certain models a faulty fuel tank pressure sensor (FTP) can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. The FTP sensor will generally require replacement to repair this condition.

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Water leak from cowl area

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A leaking cowl (at the base of the windshield) can leak water into the vehicle's cabin. The cowl has to be resealed to stop the leak.
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Check Engine Light on Due to Binding Fuel Cap

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A binding fuel filler cap can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Our technicians tell us this can be caused by a problem with the fuel filler neck which may require replacement.

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Check Engine Light due to sticking intake manifold runner solenoid

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A sticking intake manifold runner solenoid can cause the Check Engine light (MIL) to illuminate. Replacing the solenoid will repair the issue.
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Rear seat may not fold due to misalignment of seat tracks

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Misalignment of the rear seat tracks will cause interference with the seats and not allow them to fold up. The seat tracks need to be aligned before the seats will fold up.
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Check engine light due to defective throttle body

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A defect in the throttle body can cause the Check Engine light (MIL) to illuminate. Replacing the throttle body will repair this issue.
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Grinding Noise From Rear Disc Brakes

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On certain models with rear disc brakes, a grinding noise can be caused by corrosion between the rear brake caliper bracket and the brake pad retainers. Cleaning and lubricating the caliper bracket and pad retainers should correct this concern.

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Software update to correct false air fuel sensor fault

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Some driving conditions can cause the Check Engine light (MIL) to illuminate with a Air Fuel sensor slow response code. This is a software issue and can be corrected with an update from Honda.
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