Winky wrote:
> Just got rid of my peice of crap 2001 dodge dakota pickup
> and traded it in for a used honds crv.
> This is my first Honda.
>
> Just changed the oil
> 5w30 it says 4 quarts in the manual.
> Put in 4 quarts started it up shut down waited a few minutes
> checked level looks like it is below the full line on the dipstick.
>
> Should I use more than 4 quarts ?
> Also any tips on preventing oil drain from filter
> dripping onto exhaust when removing oil filter.
>
> Man that little oil filter is really in an awkward place especially
> when you are on your back under the vehicle while its up on ramps.
>
> Last but not least.
> Are those K&N air intake systems any good ?
>
> TiA !!


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Litres would have filled it right (quarts are a bit smaller)

If it's over 30,000 miles since the last valve adjustment, it's overdue.
Same thing with changing the rear differential fluid. If it makes a
horrible noise when doing tight left-hand turns, change it ASAP. Use
only Dual Pump Fluid from honda. The north american version of the
manual is incorrect about these two points. :-(

I saw some good tips about oil changes at hondasuv.com.