Honda2002–2007

CR-V 2.4: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

14 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, seven 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

7 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Poor engine performance

Affects All models with VTEC engine.

Symptoms

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Trouble codes stored in engine control module (ECM) fault memory: 22-4.

Cause

Engine oil level incorrect.

Oil supply pressure to variable valve timing (VVT) system too low.

Repair

Top up engine oil to correct level.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated

Overview

Affects: CR-V, 2005-06: VIN →SHSRD8***5U******. VIN →SHSRD8***6U******.
Fault codes: P0135P1172
Remedy: Software update
Parts: 3 parts

Symptoms

Possible trouble codes stored: P2A00, P0135, P1172.

Cause

Faulty heated oxygen sensor (HO2S).

Repair

Renew heated oxygen sensor (HO2S).
Re-program ECM with upgraded software.

Parts3 parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) - Accord	36531-RBB-003	1
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) - S2000	06180-PZX-305	1
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) - Civic/CR-V	Refer to manufacturer	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Squealing/squeaking noise from rear differential with four wheel drive engaged

Overview

Affects: All models: VIN →SHSRE5***9U013600. VIN →SHSRE6***9U003135. VIN →SHSRE7***9U007990.

Symptoms

Possible vibration from rear differential when manoeuvring.

Cause

Rear differential oil contaminated.

Rear differential internal parts slipping due to oil contamination.

Repair steps

Drain rear differential oil.
Ensure all contaminated oil is thoroughly removed.
Renew rear differential oil.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Differential oil	08293-99901HE	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Failure to start

Overview

Affects: All models with petrol engines.

Cause

Poor connection between fuel pump (FP) and harness multi-plug.

Repair

Replace fuel pump (FP).
Inspect harness multi-plug terminals. Repair/replace component(s) as necessary.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Trouble code stored: P2647

Affects All models with variable valve timing.P2647Fit new part

Cause

Variable valve lift oil pressure valve stuck or sticking.

Repair

Fit new variable valve lift oil pressure valve.

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.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Trouble code stored: P1298

Failure of electrical load sensor located in engine bay fuse box/relay plate. Fix: fit a new part.

Overview

Affects: All models.
Fault codes: P1298
Remedy: Fit new part

Repair steps

Disconnect battery.
Remove engine bay fuse box/relay plate lower cover.
Disconnect 3-pin multi-plug from engine bay fuse box/relay plate.
Remove fuses and electrical load sensor from engine bay fuse box/relay plate&.
Fit new electrical load sensor.
Refit components in reverse order of removal.
Carry out electric window/sunroof initialisation and resetting procedures as necessary after reconnection of battery.
Carry out idle speed learning procedure: Start engine and allow to idle. Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature. Ensure all electrical load is switched OFF. Allow engine to idle for 10 minutes.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Electrical load sensor	38255-S5A-003	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 13.

Electrical & ignition

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Rear interior lamp permanently illuminated or illuminates while driving

Overview

Affects: All models.
Parts: 1 part

Cause

Tailgate contact switch damaged.

Tailgate misaligned.

Repair

Inspect tailgate contact switch for damage. Replace if necessary.
If tailgate contact switch not damaged: Check and adjust tailgate alignment.

Parts1 part

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Tailgate contact switch	35400-692-033	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 11.

Poor performance or failure of AC system

Overview

Affects: All models, VIN →SHSRD9***6U10776.
Remedy: Fit new part

Symptoms

AC switch LED flashing.

Cause

Software fault in AC control module.

Repair

Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
If no fault(s) found: Fit new AC control module.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 14.

Brakes

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Front brake judder

Overview

Affects: All models, 2005-08.

Cause

Excessive front brake disc runout.

Repair

Check front brake disc runout is less than 0.04 mm. Reface or replace front brake discs as necessary.
Check front brake disc thickness variation is less than 0.015 mm. Reface or replace front brake discs as necessary.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Suspension & drivetrain

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Knocking noise from front wheel when pulling away

Overview

Affects: All models, 1982-05.
Remedy: Clean & lubricate

Cause

Contact between driveshaft and front wheel bearing.

Repair

Clean driveshaft and wheel bearing contact surfaces.
Apply grease to contact surfaces of driveshaft and wheel bearing.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.

Clutch & gearbox

3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Vibration during acceleration from LH front of vehicle

Affects 2002-04: →VIN SHSRD8- -4U234143. 2002-04: →VIN SHSRD8- -3U - - - -. 2002-04: →VIN SHSRD8- -2U - - - -.

Symptoms

Creaking noise from LH front of vehicle.

Cause

Misalignment of engine/transmission mounting rubber.

Repair

Align engine/transmission mounting rubber.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Abnormal noise from clutch master cylinder when clutch pedal depressed or released

Affects All models, ?2006.Fit modified part

Cause

Insufficient lubrication of clutch master cylinder at manufacture.

Repair

Fit modified clutch master cylinder.

Parts4 parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Clutch master cylinder - Accord	46920-S7A-A03	1
Clutch master cylinder - Civic	46920-SMG-033	1
Clutch master cylinder - CR-V (LHD)	46920-S7A-A03	1
Clutch master cylinder- CR-V (RHD)	46920-S9A-J05	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.

Rattling noise from clutch assembly with engine idling and clutch pedal fully released

Affects All models with manual transmission.Clean & lubricate

Cause

Insufficient lubrication of clutch release lever pivot pin.

Repair

Apply grease to contact surfaces of clutch release lever and pivot pin.

Parts1 part

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Urea grease UM264	41211-PY5-305	As required

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 12.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

MIL: Malfunction indicator lamp — the engine warning light on the dashboard
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
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
FP: Fuel pump — the pump that supplies fuel from the tank
LH: Left-hand — the left 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)
Disc Runout: How much a brake disc wobbles; too much causes vibration or squeal
Driveshaft: The shaft that takes drive from the differential out to a wheel
Fault Memory: The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
Multi-Plug: A multi-pin electrical connector on a wiring harness
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 2.4?

This guide contains 14 workshop bulletins for the Honda CR-V 2.4. Of these, seven 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 2.4 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 2.4 faults myself?

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