I have a weird squealing noise in the rear(sounds like differential) during slow, tight turns. I assume this is the differential. Can this be caused by low diff fluid or something?

Thanks, Spy

 

How many miles are on it?

 

Its caused by the break down of the fluid, the rear differential on the CRV's arent like other american cars they have clucth packs in them similar to whats in a trans. Honda usually recomend replacing the fluid at 60 k but i have seen the noise appear on lower mileage cars. Replace the diff fluid and us Honda Dual pump fluid and you should be fine.

 

i recently developed the same noise, did you happen to have your diff oil changed? if so, did it help?

 

You need to service your rear diff with dual pump fluid...

 

Wow, just got my first notification that someone replied. Still have the noise, will change the fluid and get back to you. Thanks all.

 

just need to check the tension on your belts...should be worse in the morning at first start up. No biggie

 

Honda guy is on the money with his response, it's the dual pump fluid breaking down. MDX's do the same thing. replace it and you'll be all good again.

 

What's dual pump fluid? A certain type if diff fluid?


Never mind- answered already.

 

Where the hell is the filling hole. I found the drain hole at the bottom, but nothing up top. I hope Im not supposed to use the drain hole to fill it?!?!?!?

Thanks, Spy