Honda HR-V: Engine Performance Diagnostic Routine Outline
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WHERE DOES DRIVEABILITY DIAGNOSIS START?
PERFORM BASIC INSPECTION
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1. Verify Customer Complaint.
2. Check for Relevant Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs).
3. Perform Visual Inspection (See Basic Diagnostic Procedures).
4. Test Engine Sub-Systems (See Basic Diagnostic Procedures)
- Mechanical Condition (Compression)
- Ignition Output
- Fuel Delivery
5. Check Air Induction System For Leaks.
6. Check & Adjust Basic Engine Settings (See On-Vehicle Adjustments)
- Ignition Timing
- Idle Speed
CHECK FOR TROUBLE CODES
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1. Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). (See Self-Diagnostics).
2. Repair cause of DTCs.
3. Clear PCM memory and repeat self-test.
DIAGNOSE SYMPTOM
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1. If no self-diagnostics available, or no trouble codes present, identify symptom.
2. See trouble shooting procedure to identify problem. (See Trouble Shooting - No Codes).
TEST SYSTEM
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1. Perform required tests. (See Systems & Component Testing).
2. Verify complaint is repaired.
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Engine Performance Safety Precautions
Always refer to Emission Decal in engine compartment before servicing
vehicle. If manual and decal
differ, always use decal specifications.
Do not allow or create a condition of misfire in more
English-Metric Conversion Chart
METRIC CONVERSIONS
Metric conversions are making life more difficult for the mechanic. In
addition to increasing the number of
tools required, metric-dimensioned nuts and bolts are used alongside Eng
Gear Tooth Contact Patterns
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specific to any
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Wiring Diagram
DLC ELECTRONIC WIRING DIAGRAM
Refer to the appropriate Diagram System Wiring Diagrams
EGR SYSTEM ELECTRONIC WIRING DIAGRAM
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ETCS (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM) ELECTRONIC WIRING DIAGRAM
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Keyless/Power Door Locks/Security System Symptom Troubleshooting - The Horn
Does Not Sound And/Or The Headlights Do Not Flash When The Panic Button On The
Remote Is Pressed
NOTE: Before troubleshooting, check the B-CAN DTCs. If any DTC is indicated,
troubleshoot the indicated
DTC first.
1. Determine possible failure area (MICU, others):
Press the PANIC button.
Do the horns sound?
YES
Go to step 3.
NO
Go to step 2.
2. Horn operation check:
Press the horn button.
