2002 Honda CR-V ES, LX, EX, and RV-Si Shop Manual (First Edition)
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Honda Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Honda CR-V
Sub-models / Variants: 4-door Stationwagon, 2WD, 4WD, Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, ES, LS, BASE, LX, RV-i, RV-iH, SES, EX, RV-Si, RV-SiH
Model Years: 2002
Serial Numbers: JHLRD5, JHLRD7, JHLRD8, SHSRD874, SHSRD884, SHSRD875, SHSRD885, SHSRD876, SHSRD886, SHSRD877, SHSRD887, SHSRD872, SHSRD882, SHSRD873, SHSRD883, SHSRD871, JHLRD774, JHLRD784, JHLRD778, JHLRD788, JHLRD574, JHLRD584, JHLRD684, JHLRD578, JHLRD588, JHLRD575, JHLRD585, JHLRD579, JHLRD589
Technical Data:
- Engine Displacement: 1,998 cc (K20A4, K20A5) and 2,354 cc (K24A1)
- Engine Configuration: 4-cylinder, DOHC VTEC
- Transmission Types: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
- Electrical System: 12 V nominal
- Starter Power: 1.0 kW, 1.1 kW, 1.2 kW, 1.6 kW variants
- Alternator Output: 90 A
- Cooling System Capacity: 5.3 L to 7.2 L depending on model and engine
Honda Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 2002 Honda CR-V models, including 2WD, 4WD, stationwagon variants, and various trim levels like ES, LX, EX, and RV-Si
- Official Honda Motor Co., Ltd. publication, First Edition 11/2001
- Contains 1,834 pages of detailed mechanical and electrical system data, including circuit diagrams, torque tables, and component location indexes
- This 2002 edition serves as the foundational workshop reference for the RD5, RD7, and RD8 series chassis and the K-series engine architecture
Technical Documentation Structure
The 2002 Honda CR-V service manual is structured across 23 comprehensive sections detailing every major subsystem. The opening chapters provide essential identification for chassis and engine numbers, followed by safety messages and lift/support points to aid professional handling. Further chapters explore the engine assembly, cooling system, fuel and emissions, manual and automatic transmissions, drivetrain, suspension, steering, braking systems, and comprehensive body electrical components.
Mechanical and Electrical Specifications
This manual includes critical reference values for maintenance and assembly. The 2002 Honda CR-V cylinder head bolt torque is specified at 18 Nm in the engine assembly data. The cooling system capacity is documented at 7.1 L for K20A4/K20A5 engine overhaul. A factory workshop manual reference provides the required electrical system nominal voltage of 12 V. The starter motor performance for the Denso unit is rated at 1.0 kW or 1.1 kW. Additionally, what an OEM service publication covers includes detailed valve clearance settings of 0.21–0.25 mm for intake and 0.28–0.32 mm for exhaust. Note: All service data shown here is for reference only — qualified technicians and the original OEM documentation remain the authoritative source for any hands-on work. This official 1,834-page Honda publication provides detailed specifications for the 2002 Honda CR-V, documenting engine, drivetrain, chassis, and body electrical systems for the global RD-series build.
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