Honda CR-V Battery Upgrade

2002-2006 (Second Generation) – Group 51R to Group 35 or 24F (24F is snug!)

  1. Disconnect and remove old battery.
  2. Remove plastic battery tray and trim narrow part flush with base.
  3. Bend J-hook loop out slightly for more clearance.
  4. Flatten battery cross bar.

 

2007-2010 (Third Generation – Early) Group 51R to Group 35 or 24F (24F is preferable)

  1. Disconnect and remove old battery.
  2. Bend metal “J-hook” loop out slightly for more clearance.
  3. Install new battery with replacement 10″ J-hooks and replacement cross bar hold down.
  4. Trim 10″ J-hooks for length (so they don’t hit the hood.)

 

2011-2016 (Third Generation – Late) Group 51R to Group 35 or 24F (24F is preferable)

  1. Disconnect and remove old battery and plastic shroud (if present.)
  2. Bend metal “J-hook” loop out slightly for more clearance.
  3. Remove plastic battery tray and replace with Honda p/n: 31521-TK8-A00.
  4. Install new group 24F battery using existing hardware.