On the 5th-gen CR-V this is about as easy as a rotation gets. Every trim from the 2017 LX 2.4 to the 2022 Hybrid Touring uses 19 mm lug nuts on M12 x 1.5 studs at 80 lb-ft, and the pinch-weld jack points are easy to reach with a normal floor jack. There are no wheel locks from the factory and no hub caps to pry off on alloy wheels.
The thing people get wrong is the TPMS. Honda uses indirect TPMS on this generation, meaning the system watches wheel speeds rather than reading pressure sensors, so after a rotation or any pressure change you have to run the TPMS Calibration from the vehicle settings menu. Skip it and you'll chase a low-pressure light that has nothing to do with your tires. The second common mistake is using an impact gun to tighten - that's how you end up with stretched studs and a shimmy.
| Item | Type | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel chocks Pair, rubber or plastic Block the wheels staying on the ground before lifting either end. | Safety | shop |
| Breaker bar 1/2 in drive, 18-24 in Loosen lug nuts while the wheels are still on the ground. | Required | shop |
| Lug nut socket 19 mm 6-point, 1/2 in drive (thin-wall or protective sleeve for alloys) All 5th-gen CR-V lug nuts, including the Hybrid, are 19 mm. | Required | shop |
| Floor jack 2 ton minimum, low profile helps Lift the vehicle at the pinch-weld jack points. | Required | shop |
| Jack stands 2 ton pair (four is better for a full rotation) Support the car safely while wheels are off; never work under a jack alone. | Safety | shop |
| Jack pad / pinch weld adapter Slotted rubber puck Protects the CR-V's pinch weld seam from crushing. | Recommended | shop |
| Torque wrench 1/2 in drive, 20-150 lb-ft range Final tightening of lug nuts to 80 lb-ft in a star pattern. | Required | shop |
| Tire pressure gauge Digital or dial, 0-60 psi Set pressures to the door-jamb spec before TPMS calibration. | Required | shop |
| Air compressor or inflator 12 V portable or shop air Top up pressures; rear tires often need adjusting after rotation. | Recommended | shop |
| Tread depth gauge 0-25/32 in Check wear differences front to rear while the wheels are off. | Recommended | shop |
| Wire brush Small hand brush Clean rust and dirt off the hub face so the wheel sits flat. | Recommended | shop |
| Anti-seize or brake grease Thin film on hub center flange only Prevents alloy wheels seizing to the hub; keep it off studs and mating faces. | Consumables | shop |
| Nitrile gloves Brake dust and grime. | Safety | shop |
| Cross-thread-safe wheel hanger stud M12 x 1.5 guide pin Helps hang a wheel straight if you are working alone; CR-V studs are M12 x 1.5. | Recommended | shop |
Nothing changes by engine: the 1.5 turbo, 2.4 K24 and 2.0 Hybrid all use 19 mm lug nuts, five studs, and 80 lb-ft. Only wheel and tire size varies - 235/65R17 on LX/EX, 235/60R18 on EX-L/Touring and Hybrid - which changes door-jamb pressures slightly, not the tools.
| Wheel lug nuts (all 5th-gen CR-V, 17 in and 18 in wheels) | 80 lb-ft (108 Nm) |
| Spare tire hold-down bolt (cargo floor, if removed) | verify in the service manual |
The 19 mm lug nut size, M12 x 1.5 studs and 80 lb-ft (108 Nm) torque are standard across all 2017-2022 CR-V trims including the Hybrid; confirm your tire pressure on the driver's door jamb label since it varies with wheel size and trim.
19 mm, 1/2 inch drive, on all 2017-2022 CR-V models including the Hybrid. Use a 6-point thin-wall or sleeved socket so you don't mark the alloy wheels.
80 lb-ft (108 Nm), tightened in a star pattern with a torque wrench. Re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.
Yes. The 5th-gen CR-V uses indirect TPMS, so after setting pressures go to Settings > Vehicle > TPMS Calibration on the touchscreen or driver information display and select Calibrate, then drive about 30 minutes above roughly 30 mph.
With standard non-directional tires, use the crossed X pattern on both FWD and AWD CR-Vs: fronts to opposite rear corners, rears straight to the front. If your tires are directional (sidewall rotation arrow), only swap front to rear on the same side.