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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1. Problem verification.
Start the engine.
Check the electric parking brake system indicator.
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YES
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