Honda HR-V: DTC Troubleshooting 21-11, 22-11, 23-11, 24-11: Magnetic Encoder Malfunction (Pulse Missing)

NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information.

1. Problem verification:

1.  Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
2.  Clear the DTC with the HDS.
3.  Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
4.  Test-drive the vehicle at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and go a distance of 328 ft (100 m) or more.

NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.

5.  Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC 21-11, 22-11, 23-11, or 24-11 indicated?

YES

The failure is duplicated. Go to step 2.

NO

Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent failures troubleshooting.

2. Magnetic encoder check:

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
2. Inspect the appropriate magnetic encoder for damage, debris, and correct installation.

Is the magnetic encoder surface OK?

YES

Replace the wheel bearing or the hub bearing unit - Refer to: Rear Hub Bearing Unit Removal and Installation(2WD), or Rear Hub Bearing Unit Removal and Installation (AWD).

NO

Clean the debris from the appropriate magnetic encoder surface on the wheel bearing or the hub bearing unit. If the DTC is still present, replace the appropriate wheel bearing or the hub bearing unit - Refer to: Rear Hub Bearing Unit Removal and Installation(2WD), or Rear Hub Bearing Unit Removal and Installation (AWD).

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