Engine & fuel system
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Stop-start system not working and low battery voltage warning symbol displayed in instrument panel
Overview
- Affects
- All models with petrol engines and stop-start system.
- Remedy
- Software update
Cause
Low battery voltage is disabling stop-start system.
Repair
- Charge or replace battery. Ensure battery to manufacturer's specifications.
- Re-program engine control module (ECM) with upgraded software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Clutch & gearbox
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Four wheel drive warning lamp illuminated
Overview
- Affects
- All models with four wheel drive.
- Remedy
- Software update
Symptoms
Four wheel drive does not engage automatically.
Cause
Transmission control module (TCM) 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 transmission control module (TCM) with upgraded software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Other
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Squeaking noise from rear differential when pulling away
Overview
- Affects
- All models with four wheel drive.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 1 part
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of four wheel drive coupling pump.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Fit modified four wheel drive coupling pump, located on rear differential.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Four wheel drive coupling pump | 41013-5TG-305 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- ECM
- Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
- TCM
- Transmission control module — the electronic unit that manages the gearbox
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
- Stop-Start
- The system that cuts the engine at idle and restarts it when you pull away
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC?
This guide contains three workshop bulletins for the Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the clutch and gearbox. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC 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 2.0 i-VTEC faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.