20 Most Recent 2000 Honda CR-V - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Get rid of itYou have a failed transaxle that will cost you $3,500.00or moreYou will most likely need new motor & transaxle mounts,and any of the other items you mentioned, at some point

A howling noise from a diff is an indication of the gear mesh( pinion to crown wheel) is not correct. Several reasons being worn pinion bearings--loss of preload on the pinion bearings --- crown wheel carrier bearings failing ---not sufficient preload on the bearings---wear on the teeth from incorrect diff oil in use. or simply wrong diff oil. The grade should be 80w90 OEP for normal or special oil for limited slip diffs.

The noise you describe may be due to hydraulic tappet leak back form a oil that is of the incorrect viscosity or a cheap oil filter that doe's not have an anti leak back valve in it .The noise is until the oil pressure builds up and makes the hydraulic tappets work properly.

Is check engine light on if so what are codes, does it idle rough or lack power on acceleration?

Is the check engine light on, and have you checked fuel pressure with a gauge ?The most common cause of that problem is a faulty Throttle Position Sensor but it should set a code in the computer.

Your Ignition Coil could be the problem. It is starting to fail. It's losing contact and won't ignite your spark plugs when the engine is hot.

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All automobiles do this. The output of the air conditioning compressor is directly proportional to the engine RPM. If your system is low on refrigerant this effect will be magnified. - H H McDonald