top of page
Search

1997-2001 Honda CR-V
Searching for DIY maintenance tips and modification videos for your 1st generation 1997-2001 Honda CR-V? You’re in the right place! Have a unique maintenance hack or custom mod to share? Submit your idea and help fellow Honda CR-V enthusiasts!


1997-2001 1st gen Honda CR-V automatic transmission drain and fill
Click Photo to Launch Video Just like the rear diff, this is a simple drain and fill procedure. If I can do it, so can you! Be sure to use genuine Honda ATF only!

kauffmansgarage
May 101 min read


Adding some additional tailgate function to the 1997-2001 1st gen Honda CR-V
Click Photo to Launch Video We added a folding tray table from a 2009ish Honda Odyssey for some added convenience. This could be done...

kauffmansgarage
May 101 min read


1997-2001 1st gen Honda CR-V Dull Headlight Correction and Polish
Click Photo to Launch Video Follow along as we show you how to quickly and cheaply polish dull headlights! This is a super easy process,...

kauffmansgarage
May 101 min read


1997-2001 1st Gen Honda CR-V Tire Upgrade RD1 RD2 RD3
Click Photo to Launch Video Tires are General Grabber A/T in 225/70-15 and they had no rubbing or clearance issues on this 1st Gen Hone...

kauffmansgarage
May 71 min read


1997-2001 Honda CR-V Front Strut Replacement
Click Photo to Launch Video The struts we used Make sure you remove the upper strut fork bolt completely before you try to drop the fork down. I messed up here as you will see!

kauffmansgarage
May 31 min read


DIY 1997-2001 Honda CR-V Roof Rack Installation Guide
Click Photo to Launch Video In this video, we tackle one of the greatest mysteries of modern engineering—installing a roof rack on our...

kauffmansgarage
May 11 min read
bottom of page


