Honda CR-V Block Heater Guide
1997–2026
Same 1.5L turbo family as the Civic, same cold-weather logic. Hybrid CR-Vs benefit too — cabin heat arrives much sooner with a pre-warmed engine.
Factory availability
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada
Cord location
Dealer installs route the cord through the lower grille.
Honda CR-Vengines & block heater part numbers
Engine list built from Natural Resources Canada model-year data; part numbers cross-referenced against the Zerostart / Phillips & Temro and Kat's application guides. Always confirm displacement and model year before ordering.
| Engine | Years | Zerostart kit | Cord | Kat's heater | Install location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl | 1997–2026 | 3100006(28 MM bore) | 3600005 | 11419+ cord 28500 | RF(THD N/A position) |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 2002–2016 | 3100006(28 MM bore) | 3600005 | 11419+ cord 28500 | RR(THD N/A position) |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 2017–2026 | — | — | 11419+ cord 28500 | — |
Zerostart part numbers: 31/35-prefix = heater kit, 36-prefix = detachable cordset. Kat's: 11xxx = heater element, 28xxx = cordset, 24xxx = pad heater. Install location codes are from the manufacturer's guide (LF = left front of block, RR = right rear, etc.); "position" is the element's clock orientation during install.
First: check whether you already have one
In Canada, block heaters are frequently installed at the port, the dealer, or by a previous owner — and then forgotten. Look for a two- or three-prong plug on a black cord near the grille, bumper, or tow hooks, sometimes still zip-tied from the factory. If you find one, test it before winter with our 5-minute multimeter test.
If you need one installed
A frost plug (cartridge) block heater for the Honda CR-V typically runs $40–$120 CAD for the part, plus shop installation. See installation costs in your city — and book in October, before the first cold snap fills every shop calendar in the Prairies.
FAQ
Does the Honda CR-V come with a block heater?
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada. Check behind the grille for a coiled cord before buying anything — many Canadian-market vehicles have a heater installed that the owner never knew about.
What block heater fits a Honda CR-V?
The recommended setup is a frost plug (cartridge) block heater (typically 400 W). Same 1.5L turbo family as the Civic, same cold-weather logic. Hybrid CR-Vs benefit too — cabin heat arrives much sooner with a pre-warmed engine.
What is the block heater part number for a Honda CR-V?
2L 4-cyl: Zerostart kit 3100006 with cord 3600005 (Kat's 11419); 2.4L 4-cyl: Zerostart kit 3100006 with cord 3600005 (Kat's 11419); 1.5L 4-cyl: Kat's heater 11419 with cord 28500. Confirm displacement and model year against the fitment table before ordering.
Where is the block heater cord on a Honda CR-V?
Dealer installs route the cord through the lower grille.
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