The complete 6th-generation Honda CR-V maintenance schedule for 2023–present—covering the 1.5L turbo and the 2.0L Hybrid, with Maintenance Minder codes, genuine Honda OEM part numbers, AWD rear differential service, and the extra checks hybrids need. Track the right powertrain in Carmainty so air-filter and hybrid reminders stay accurate.
Quick reference
Planning map for 6th-gen CR-V. Minder still rules day-to-day timing; this table shows what usually shows up next. Treat mileage figures as typical ranges, not fixed targets, and use the severe-use section if your CR-V lives on short trips, hills, or towing.
| Interval / code | Service item | Notes & Honda PN |
|---|---|---|
| Minder A/B · ~5–10k mi (~8–16k km) | Engine oil & filter (filter on B) | 0W-20 · filter 15400-PLM-A02 · washer 94109-14000 |
| Every oil service | Tire rotation | Critical on AWD · keep tread depths matched |
| Every oil service | Brake inspection | Pads, rotors, fluid level |
| Minder 2 · ~15–30k | Cabin (dust/pollen) filter | 80291-TF3-E01 |
| Minder 2 · ~15–30k | Engine air filter — 1.5T | 17220-64A-A00 · not 5th-gen 5AA-A00 |
| Minder 2 · ~15–30k | Engine air filter — Hybrid | 17220-6MA-J01 |
| Minder 3 | Transmission fluid | Honda HCF-2 (CVT) · Hybrid e-CVT: system-specific |
| Minder 6 (AWD) | Rear differential fluid | Honda AWD fluid per manual · hard use sooner |
| Minder 4 | Spark plugs | Order by engine · confirm VIN / Honda parts |
| Minder 5 | Engine coolant | Honda Type 2 coolant · confirm in manual |
| Minder 7 / ~3 yr | Brake fluid | Honda DOT 3 · Hybrids still need it |
| Monthly (1.5T) | Oil level check | Short-trip dilution watch |
| Hybrid only | Inverter coolant & hybrid-system checks | Per HEV schedule · see Hybrid section |
Powertrain-specific — don’t mix up your parts
Gas 1.5T and Hybrid CR-Vs share the same oil filter, drain washer, and cabin filter, but engine air filters differ. Using the wrong airbox element is the most common ordering mistake on the 6th-gen CR-V.
LX · EX · EX-L (FWD & AWD)
15400-PLM-A0294109-1400017220-64A-A0080291-TF3-E01Short-trip owners: see the oil dilution section. AWD adds rear differential service (Minder 6).
Sport · Sport-L · Sport Touring Hybrid (AWD)
15400-PLM-A0294109-1400017220-6MA-J0180291-TF3-E01Do not use the 1.5T air filter. Add the inverter coolant and hybrid-system checks below.
Detailed schedule
Expand each item for OEM numbers, capacities, and owner notes. Always confirm fitment for your year, engine, and drivetrain.
Per Maintenance Minder · at least yearly
6th-gen CR-Vs specify 0W-20. Confirm capacity on the filler cap for 1.5T vs Hybrid. Change when Minder prompts, or by 12 months if it never does. Short-trip 1.5T owners should check oil level often.
Maintenance Minder calculates oil life from engine load, temperature, and trip patterns. Reset it after every service, and log the change in Carmainty so you can spot oil-level creep between visits.
15400-PLM-A02Genuine Honda filter for most 6th-gen gas and Hybrid CR-Vs.
94109-14000Replace every oil change.
Every oil service
AWD CR-Vs need consistent rotations. Mismatched tread depths can stress the rear differential—an expensive repair compared with free rotations at oil-change time.
Inspect pads, rotors, and brake fluid level at the same visit. Hybrids use regenerative braking so pads can last longer, but rotors still need a look.
Minder item 2
Cabin filter is usually behind the glove box. Engine air elements differ between 1.5T gas and Hybrid on 6th-gen CR-Vs—and both differ from 5th-gen numbers.
Replace earlier in dusty areas, wildfire smoke, or pollen season. A clogged cabin filter weakens HVAC airflow and can cause a musty smell.
80291-TF3-E01Current OEM cabin element for most 2023–present CR-Vs.
17220-64A-A001.5L turbo gas CR-V—different from 5th-gen 5AA-A00.
17220-6MA-J012.0L Hybrid airbox—do not use the 1.5T filter.
Minder item 6 · AWD only
AWD CR-Vs need periodic rear differential fluid. Skipping it after hard use, towing, or mountain driving is a common path to howling diffs.
Use the Honda-specified AWD fluid for your model. Confirm the exact fluid and interval in your owner’s manual or with your Honda parts counter.
Minder item 3
Most 6th-gen CVT CR-Vs want Honda HCF-2; Hybrid e-CVT fluid is system-specific. Mountainous low-speed driving, heavy stop-and-go, and towing can justify earlier service than the Minder alone.
Honda HCF-2Genuine Honda CVT fluid. Hybrid: confirm fluid spec in the HEV section of your manual.
Minder 4 / 5 / 7
Spark plugs, coolant, and brake fluid appear as numbered Minder items. Honda uses long-life Type 2 coolant—never mix coolant types. Brake fluid is due on Minder 7 or about every 3 years. Follow the Hybrid schedule for inverter coolant when equipped.
Spark plug part numbers are not listed here on purpose: confirm the correct plug for your engine and VIN on honda.oempartsonline.com or with your Honda parts counter.
1.5T turbo — the one to watch
Honda’s Minder assumes mixed driving. On the 1.5L turbo, repeated short trips—especially in cold weather—can leave unburned fuel in the crankcase because the engine never fully warms up. That thins the oil and can raise the dipstick level above full.
Warning signs: oil level rising between changes, a fuel smell on the dipstick, or oil that looks thin. Check level monthly, change oil sooner than the Minder suggests if your trips are mostly under 10 minutes, and ask a Honda dealer whether any service campaigns or software updates apply to your VIN.
2023+ CR-V Hybrid
The CR-V Hybrid keeps the same oil rhythm as the gas model—0W-20, 15400-PLM-A02, and 94109-14000—but adds inverter coolant and hybrid-system inspection items from the HEV schedule. Its engine air filter is 17220-6MA-J01, not the 1.5T element.
Regenerative braking means pads often last longer, but rotors can corrode and brake fluid still absorbs moisture. Treat brake fluid as a time-based item. Hybrid AWD models should also follow the manual for rear differential service.
Master reference
| Service | OEM part number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | 15400-PLM-A02 | Gas & Hybrid |
| Drain washer | 94109-14000 | Replace every oil change |
| Cabin filter | 80291-TF3-E01 | Most 6th-gen |
| Engine air — 1.5T | 17220-64A-A00 | Not 5th-gen 5AA |
| Engine air — Hybrid | 17220-6MA-J01 | 2.0L Hybrid |
| CVT fluid | Honda HCF-2 | Never generic ATF · Hybrid: per HEV section |
| AWD rear differential | Honda AWD fluid | Confirm spec in manual / by VIN |
| Spark plugs | Confirm VIN / Honda parts | Differs by engine · not listed here |
| Coolant | Honda Type 2 | Hybrid inverter loop: per manual |
| Brake fluid | Honda DOT 3 | Replace ~3 yr |
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 | Confirm capacity on cap |
The real math
Neglected AWD differential → unit replacement
Vs. fluid service a few hundred dollars
$2,000–$4,000+
Wrong transmission fluid → CVT/Hybrid failure
Vs. correct Honda fluid service
$4,000–$7,000+
Oil dilution ignored on 1.5T → engine wear
Vs. timely oil changes and level checks
$3,000–$6,000+
Wrong engine air filter for powertrain → poor airflow
Vs. matching 1.5T vs Hybrid numbers
MPG / drivability issues
People also ask
When Maintenance Minder says so—often between 5,000 and 10,000 miles (8,000–16,000 km)—or at least yearly. Severe short-trip use favors shorter intervals, especially on the 1.5T where around 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months is a sensible precaution.
Oil filters usually match (15400-PLM-A02) and cabin is commonly 80291-TF3-E01. Engine air filters differ: 17220-64A-A00 (1.5T) vs 17220-6MA-J01 (Hybrid).
Rear differential fluid (Minder item 6). Keep tire tread depths matched across all four corners. Hybrids also add inverter/hybrid-system checks.
Fuel dilution is a known risk on small turbo engines used mostly for short, cold trips. Check the dipstick monthly, watch for rising level or a fuel smell, change oil sooner than the Minder if your trips are short, and ask a Honda dealer whether any service campaigns apply to your VIN.
Same oil and filter numbers as gas CR-Vs (0W-20, 15400-PLM-A02) plus inverter coolant and hybrid-system checks per Honda’s HEV schedule, the Hybrid air filter (17220-6MA-J01), regular brake fluid service, and an annual 12V battery check.
Plugs differ between the 1.5T and the Hybrid, so this page does not guess a number. Look up your VIN on honda.oempartsonline.com or ask your Honda parts counter. Replacement is a Minder item 4 service.
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