Parts for your 2017 Honda Cr-v-Thrust bearing

2017 Honda CR‑V thrust bearing: what’s fitted and how it matters

Based on Honda’s 2017 CR‑V (RW/RT) service information and parts catalogues used in Australia and New Zealand, a dedicated clutch “thrust/throw‑out” bearing is not applicable because these models are equipped with an automatic (CVT, HCF‑2) transmission rather than a manual clutch. However, the engine does use a crankshaft thrust bearing (integrated with the main bearing set) to control axial end float. This is documented in Honda service literature for the 1.5‑litre turbo petrol engine and associated engine bearing listings in Honda’s EPC/eStore, as well as the Honda CVT powertrain description that confirms no manual‑type release bearing.

In the 2017 Honda CR‑V, the thrust bearing inside the engine bottom end keeps the crankshaft from walking forwards and backwards under load. Every time the crankshaft sees axial force—think torque converter load, drive belt pull, or gearbox thrust—it’s the thrust bearing that keeps things running in line. Honda’s workshop guidance describes this bearing as part of the main bearing set with flanged faces that manage end play, it’s a precision, oil‑fed surface rather than a serviceable “bolt‑on” item.

For servicing, this isn’t a routine replacement. There’s no scheduled interval to change an engine thrust bearing. Instead, good maintenance protects it: correct oil grade, timely oil changes, proper idle speed, and avoiding prolonged low‑oil situations all help keep the bearing happy. If axial wear does occur, tell‑tales can include odd scraping or rubbing noises from the front of the engine, noticeable in/out movement of the crank pulley, fluctuating idle when placed in Drive, or excessive metal in the oil.

Replacement is a specialist job. The crankshaft end float must be measured with a dial indicator against Honda’s spec, and the correct colour‑coded main bearing set selected. It typically involves sump removal and lower‑end disassembly, on high‑kilometre engines or where oil starvation has occurred, a full bottom‑end inspection is smart practice. Genuine or OE‑equivalent bearings, fresh engine oil and filter, and strict adherence to torque procedures are essential. Because the 2017 CR‑V’s CVT has no clutch release bearing, there’s nothing “thrust‑bearing‑like” in the driveline to service externally—so owners won’t find a simple thrust bearing swap on a routine service menu.

• Keep to Honda oil specs and intervals.
• Address oil leaks promptly to avoid low‑oil operation.
• If symptoms of crank end float appear, have a technician check end play before damage snowballs.

Popular questions about a 2017 Honda CR‑V thrust bearing

Does a 2017 Honda CR‑V have a thrust bearing?
Yes—inside the engine. It’s the crankshaft thrust bearing that controls axial movement. The 2017 CR‑V’s CVT means there’s no manual clutch release/throw‑out bearing to service. Honda’s service information and parts listings for the RW/RT series confirm the thrust function is integrated in the main bearing set.

Is thrust bearing replacement part of regular servicing?
No. It’s not a scheduled item. It’s only inspected or replaced during engine repair if end float is out of spec or wear is evident. Routine servicing focuses on oil quality and intervals, which in turn protects the thrust bearing.

What symptoms suggest a worn thrust bearing on a 2017 CR‑V?
Potential signs include excessive crank pulley in/out movement, scraping or rubbing noises at idle with the vehicle in Drive, unstable idle under load, or abnormal metal in the engine oil. A technician can confirm by measuring crankshaft end float against Honda’s spec.