Alternator problems
Alternator: Device that generates the electric current that charges the battery.
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No power. Has new battery and alternator
2009 Honda CR-V Honda CR-V 120000 miles
No power. Will jump off but after a hour it won't do anything
11 reports
The car has something draining the battery, I changed the battery, I c 
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2007 Honda CR-V Battery 61000 miles
The car has something draining the battery, I changed the battery, I changed the alternator, the battery is still losing charge
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That is likely something called a battery parasitic draw. When you have wiring that is either partially grounding or an accessory that is doing a similar thing it will drain the battery. You will need to get a multimeter and pull the fuses one at a time. Once you pull the fuse put one lead on the “ground” any bare metal on the body and the other into where the fuse once was. You will have the car off and the multimeter set to ohms or continuity often it’s the same thing. And you’ll do that for every fuse noting each one that produces a reading. A reading other than 0.0 or OL or no reading is bad. You do not want any part of your electrical system to be connected to the frame. Once you have found the fuse(s) you will need to find where they go and find a break in the wiring or component. https://youtu.be/RkzSub1dtNQ?is=cS-bpk… Is a ok source for an additional way to check for this if you find video instructions are more helpful.
I had this exact issue. It went on for nearly a year. It was intermittent sometimes the battery would drain. Sometimes it would be absolutely fine.
Which made it harder for the electrical mechanic to pinpoint the drain it was eventually found to be in car Bluetooth
As I had a new media centre put in with its own Bluetooth they just disconnected the Bluetooth and it’s been fine ever since
Which made it harder for the electrical mechanic to pinpoint the drain it was eventually found to be in car Bluetooth
As I had a new media centre put in with its own Bluetooth they just disconnected the Bluetooth and it’s been fine ever since
I don't know what's causing this because it's constantly draining the battery and I see the car radio asking me for the code and it can't be opened.
CommentNo power at all, my battery was charged
2008 Honda CR-V Auto 210000 miles
I just changed alternator and belt. And i tried to start but no power at all. I charge the battery but still no power in all circuits
8 reports
New alternator and battery and its the same thing every time battery dies?
Just changed the valve cover gasket and now I don't have any power at all.
honda crv 2008 horn not working What can I do to check and what are the fuses to check thanh you
honda crv 2008 horn not working What can I do to check and what are the fuses to check thank you
Check the condition of the CPU Im currently having that problem, there's something time a bad ground that's not connecting, but I had to replace my wire harness just to get the car working again. Sigh good luck.
CommentGetting code P1381 randomly
1998 Honda CR-V 2.0L AWD 240000 miles
We are having problem with P1381 already replaced spark plugs, cables, checked the alternator, replaced the distributor, cleaned all the sensors attached to the throttle body my son said he just gets the code when the car is warm and it is hot outside (Texas 100F) Does anybody have any idea about what should we check next. Car stalls when you go to accelerate after fully stopping and shoots the code but starts right up and runs fine. Got the code a while ago, swapped a lot of stuff and car worked fine for 2 weeks.
3 reports
Today my son was coming back from work and the car died at every full stop and he coolant is disappearing.
CommentBattery drain
2013 Honda CR-V 105500 miles
Battery drain bought 2 top of the range stop start batteries over the last 3 years having to recharge once a month it will drain if I leave it unused for more than two weeks alternator tested to be good
1 report
I had the same issue, spent years from 2015 to 2020 and thousands of dollars replacing batteries and alternators, finally a Honda mechanic online let me know that this is a known issue with early production starters. I replaced the starter myself, which was very difficult, five years ago, and have never had an issue since.
CommentDelay in start
2006 Honda CR-V 222000 miles
Most times I go to start the car, it has some sort of a delay. Sometimes is a second and sometimes if we’ve been using the battery while the car is off, it takes even longer. It’s not all the normal things your thinking. Battery, alternator or starter etc. I’ve had her checked. I’m thinking it’s a fuse but I’m not sure or sure what fuse or how to change. Thanks for any advice!
5 reports
Same issue I would like to know what you came to the conclusion
Comment2013 Honda CR-V won’t start.
2013 Honda CR-V 120000 miles
2013 Honda CR-V won’t start it only clicks when I turn the key. I changed the old battery but I get the same problem. I’m thinking is the starter or the alternator maybe?
4 reports
CommentGround problem
1998 Honda CR-V 382456 miles
The battery won't charge unless the headlights are on. New alternator did not help. Someone said its a ground problem and that the alternator isn't charging because there isn't enough of a demand thats why I keep the headlights on
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