Honda HR-V: Checking and Maintaining Tires
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To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and
size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■ Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety
Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction,
and temperature performance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) stan
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating,
and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire's sidewall). Using tires
of a
different size or construction c
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Check the following items before you start driving.
■Exterior Checks
Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors,
exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your
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Probable Cause
Gear noise
Poor gear mesh between ring gear and drive pinion
Hypoid gear (wear or damage)
Poor pre-road (drive pinion)
Debris in hypoid gear area
Fluid level too low
Distortion of the differential carrier case
Excessive backlash (hypoid gear)
Excessive backlash (differential