Honda2012–2018Technical specifications

CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code R20A9). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (R20A9) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Honda
Model: CR-V
Years: 2012–2018
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: R20A9

Performance & efficiency

Power: 114 kW (155 hp)
Engine size: 1,997 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 10.6:1
Fuel system: Honda

All 114 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1997
Compression ratio :1	10,6
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Honda
Ignition system Type	PGM-FI
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Honda
Fuel system Type	PGM-FI
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	MAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0

Firing order

The firing order for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,18-0,22 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,23-0,27 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Manual gearbox

See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.

Coolant

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Preferred engine oil
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-20 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	/A3, A5
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-30, 5W-30 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SM/A3, A5
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-30 Synthetic
Engine oil
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SM/A1
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SM/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.7
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	—
Gearbox oil grade
Manual transmission litres	1,9 4x4=2,2
Manual transmission (dry fill) litres	2,0 4x4=2,5
Automatic transmission fluid Type	ATF DW-1
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	2.6
If replacement of ATF was not due, transmission oil change indicator can only be reset using diagnostic equipment.
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	6.4
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	08293-99902HE
Differential rear litres	1.2
Ensure rear wheels rotate.
Coolant Type	Honda type 2
Cooling system - total capacity litres	—
RHD
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	26 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	8 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	201 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front	0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear	0,015 mm
Disc runout Front	0,04 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,04 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1,6 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1,6 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	6-8

Service & electrical

Battery

The Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (60)

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	8±2/680 Not adjustable
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm	AT=8±2/680 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	680±50 Not adjustable
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AT=750±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,2 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm	100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	14,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm	2250-2750
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,1
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Alternator output A/V/rpm	105/13,5/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	8,8 Min
Oil pressure bar/rpm	4,0/2000
Radiator cap bar	0,93-1,23
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Fuel system

System pressure bar	3,8-4,3

Spark plugs

Spark plug Type	—
Electrode gap mm	1,0-1,1

Tightening torques

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
View more information	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	—
View more information	—
Main bearings
Big end bearings Stage 1	20 Nm
View more information	—
Big end bearings
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Sump bolts	18 Nm
View more information	—
Assemble components within 4 minutes. Wait 30 minutes before filling engine with oil. Do NOT start engine for 3 hours. Excess sealant can cause engine damage.
Sump drain bolt	40 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	—
Flywheel/driveplate
Clutch pressure plate	26 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	—
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt
Camshaft sprocket/gear	57 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	24 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	31 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	22 Nm
Water pump	12 Nm
Spark plugs	18 Nm
Fuel rail	10 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	12 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	12 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	12 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	44 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	22 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	18 Nm
Oil filter	12 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	328 Nm
Rear hub	—
Rear hub
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	98 Nm
Steering wheel	49 Nm
Steering track rod end	54 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	137 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear	10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	108 Nm
ABS sensor Front	10 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	10 Nm
Road wheels	108 Nm

Air conditioning

Do not mix R134a with R1234yf.
No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	Yes
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	—
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	440±25 LHD=410±25
Air conditioning oil group	R134a=PAG/R1234yf=POE
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	85±5

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC?

The firing order for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC take?

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

What are the valve clearances for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC?

Valve clearances for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC?

Brake discs on the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 26 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

What battery does the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC use?

The Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC (2012–2018) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery.