Honda CRV AWD Rear Differential Fluid Change - 5th Gen - 2018 - Vortex Garage

Torque Specs - Found on a Honda service document for 2018 CRV:
Drain Bolt Washer Rear Differential (AWD) 47 N•m (35 lb-ft)
Fill Plug Washer Rear Differential (AWD) 47 N•m (35 lb-ft)

Today we will be showing what is needed to perform a maintenance operation on this 2018 Honda CRV, replacing the fluid in the AWD rear differential.

For tools and parts used in this video, you can use the links below:

Note: Amazon links below are through their affiliate program for Vortex Garage, direct to Amazon. All other links are direct unless noted.

Differential Fluid Change - CRV:

Rear Diff Drain and Fill Crush Washer set - 5 of each size - Non-OEM, but the kit I used:
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Fluid Pump - Cheap, recommend using a new one and keeping it bagged up for only that fluid type:
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Honda Dual Pump Fluid II - 2 quart bottles needed for CRV Rear Diff:
Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ShueQB
Check prices! Amazon prices can vary greatly based on stock/seller with availability.

Alternate source for Fual Pump Fluid II:
Honda Parts Direct:
https://www.hondapartsdirect.com/oem-...

Drain Pan for Oil Recycling:
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Various Tools:

Gearwrench 57pc 3/8 Drive SAE and Metric Socket Set:
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Gearwrench 4pc Ratchet Set - 120xp Flex Head, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2:
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ARES 70330-9-Piece Wobble Extension Set:
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TCP Global Paint Cups - 32oz - 100pcs with 12 lids - I use these for many things!
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ABN Paint Cups - 32oz - 12pcs (No lids!) - Alternative if you don't want bulk - but not much cheaper after buying lids!
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ABN Paint Cup Lids - 32oz - 12pcs (Lids Only) - Go with the ABN cups above
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Reusable Sprayer for Brakeclean:
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Brakeclean Gallon:
Standard Formula: https://amzn.to/36CejF9
50-state Formula: https://amzn.to/2SgMNo5