The 2009 Honda CR-V’s
oil type is 5W-20 motor oil. You can find the types of fluids your vehicle needs by consulting your owner’s manual. Using the correct type of motor oil is important for the health and well-being of your engine. Keeping your engine’s oil clean and topped up will go a long way to prevent expensive repairs and costly maintenance.
If you use the wrong oil, you may experience problems like loss of power, reduced fuel efficiency, and even engine breakdown.
Here are some indicators that you may have used the wrong oil type in your engine:
Your engine has trouble starting in cold weather
You notice that your vehicle is leaking oil
You are filling your car up with gas more frequently
You hear a ticking noise coming from your engine in colder weather
If you think that you have put the wrong oil in your engine, contact your mechanic as soon as possible. You’ll need to have the old oil flushed from your engine, have the oil filter replaced, and have your engine filled with the proper 5W-20 oil.
Regular oil changes go a long way to save you money and keep your cost of car ownership down. Another way to save money is by shopping for car insurance
using the Jerry
app. Here’s how it works: Just download the app and enter your information, then watch as Jerry finds the most competitive quotes for the type of car insurance you need. You’ll see offers from some of the top names in car insurance, and because Jerry is a licensed broker, you can cancel your old policy and get started with your new one right in the app.
MORE: What is the difference between synthetic and conventional oil?