It must have a TIMING CHAIN because Gates ( they make timing belts etc. ) does not
list a timing belt for the 2.4 liter 4 cylinder engine in a 2002 Honda CRV
References seem to suggest that 2002 and newer CR-V's have timing chain.
It has a timing chain
From 1997 thru 2001 - belt. 2002 onward - chain.
Should be a belt
Belt
chain
Timing CHAIN - beginning with the 2002 model year.
All Honda engines up to 2002 have a timing belt that must be replaced. Starting in 2003 the 4 cylinder in the Accord has a timing chain, but the V6 still has a timing belt.
The 2002 Honda CRV does not have a belt it has a chain which is designed to last the life of the engine.
All Honda CR-V''s prior to 2002 have a timing BELT. Starting in 2002 they had CHAINS.
The 2002 V6 has a timing belt that MUST be changed every 105,000 miles.
The 2006 Honda Element has a timing belt, not a chain.
Up to 2002 they have a belt. 2003 and up 4 cylinders have a timing chain. The V6 uses a belt.