Honda2010–2012

CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

10 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, four concern the engine and fuel system and three the clutch and gearbox. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Technical specifications

Engine & fuel system

4 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Vibration through vehicle when engine idling or on light throttle. More pronounced in cold weather

Rear exhaust silencer mounting rubbers excessively compressed due to silencer hanger bracket incorrectly positioned.

Overview

Affects: All models.

Repair steps

Remove rear exhaust silencer.
Adjust rear exhaust silencer hanger brackets: Raise silencer hanger LH bracket by 2 - 3 mm Lower silencer hanger RH bracket by 2 - 3 mm.
Refit rear exhaust silencer.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Nut	90115-659-003	2
Gasket (petrol)	18229-SNA-A01	1
Gasket (Diesel)	18229-S7S-003	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.

Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning lamp illuminated

DPF regeneration process repeatedly not completed due to engine control module (ECM) software fault. Fix: re-program with updated software.

Overview

Affects: All models with Diesel particulate filter (DPF) and engine code N22B3.
Remedy: Software update

Symptoms

Engine oil level too high.

Repair steps

Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
If no fault(s) found: Re-program ECM with upgraded software.
Change engine oil and filter.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Trouble code stored: P0087

Overview

Affects: All models with Diesel engines.
Fault codes: P0087
Remedy: Software update

Symptoms

Engine runs in limp home mode.

Cause

Engine control module (ECM) software fault.

Repair

Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
If no fault(s) found: Re-program engine control module (ECM) with upgraded software.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 9.

Shudder from rear of vehicle when cornering

Affects All models with four wheel drive.

Cause

Incorrect specification rear differential oil used.

Repair

Renew rear differential oil. Ensure rear differential oil to manufacturer's specifications.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 10.

Brakes

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Loss of braking efficiency

Affects All models.

Symptoms

Trouble codes stored: 43, 47.

Cause

Incorrect front brake system fluid pressure.

Repair

Check front ABS brake fluid pressure sensors for correct operation before replacing ABS hydraulic modulator.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Clutch & gearbox

3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Squeaking/creaking noise when clutch pedal depressed or released

Affects All models.Clean & lubricate

Cause

Cruise control clutch pedal switch contaminated with dirt.

Repair

Clean and lubricate contact point between cruise control clutch pedal switch and clutch pedal.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Squeaking/creaking noise when clutch pedal depressed or released

Clutch master cylinder and clutch pedal misaligned. Fix: adjust and tighten.

Overview

Affects: All models.
Remedy: Adjust & tighten

Repair steps

Slacken clutch master cylinder retaining bolts.
Fully depress clutch pedal and hold down.
Tighten clutch master cylinder retaining bolts. Tightening torque: 22 Nm.
Release clutch pedal.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Battery discharged

Affects All models with air conditioning (AC).

Symptoms

Irregular operation of AC compressor clutch.

Cause

AC compressor clutch relay faulty. Note: This fault is only associated with relays made by Omron.

Repair

Replace AC compressor clutch relay.

Parts1 part

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
AC compressor clutch relay	39794-SDA-A05	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.

Body & trim

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Rear folding seat base latch difficult to disengage

Affects All models, 2007-08.

Cause

Rear folding seat base catch misaligned.

Repair

Using a suitable tool, adjust rear folding seat base catch.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Wipers & visibility

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Creaking noise from windscreen wipers

Overview

Affects: All models, 2007-08: VIN →SHSRE5***8U010589. VIN →SHSRE6***8U009717.

Cause

Side panel and windscreen lower panel rubbing together.

Repair

Remove engine bay trim panels to gain access to right-hand bonnet hinge.
Increase the clearance between side panel and windscreen lower panel. Modify affected area using a hammer and a suitable tool (centre punch).

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

ECM: Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
VIN: Vehicle identification number — 17 characters, found at the base of the windscreen and on the V5C logbook
Nm: Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
ABS: Anti-lock braking system — stops the wheels locking under hard braking
DPF: Diesel particulate filter — traps soot in the exhaust and burns it off periodically
Trouble Codes: Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
AC: Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
LH: Left-hand — the left side of the vehicle as you sit in it
RH: Right-hand — the right side of the vehicle as you sit in it
Control Module: A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
DPF Regeneration: The process that burns soot out of the diesel particulate filter, usually on a longer run
Limp Home: A protective mode that limits power so the vehicle can be driven to a workshop
Re-Program: Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Relay: An electrically operated switch

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC?

This guide contains 10 workshop bulletins for the Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC. Of these, four concern the engine and fuel system and three the clutch and gearbox. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC have these faults?

No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.

Can I check for Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.