Engine & fuel system
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated
Engine control module (ECM) software fault. Fix: re-program with updated software.
Overview
- Affects
- All models, 2007-08.
- Fault codes
P0606- Remedy
- Software update
Symptoms
Trouble code stored: P0606. Stored trouble code cannot be erased after recharging/replacing a discharged battery.
Repair steps
- Disconnect battery.
- Wait at least 3 minutes.
- Reconnect battery.
- Re-program ECM with upgraded software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
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 1.
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 2.
Steering
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Scraping noise when turning steering wheel
Dry contact surfaces on the steering column lower shaft splined joint. Fix: fit a new part.
Overview
- Affects
- All models, 2004-07.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
Repair steps
- Centralise steering.
- Remove fascia lower trim panel.
- Mark alignment of steering column lower shaft to steering rack.
- Detach steering column lower shaft from steering rack.
- Ensure steering column lower shaft splines are free from dirt.
- DO NOT remove existing grease from steering column lower shaft splined joint.
- Apply modified grease to steering column lower shaft splined joint.
- Slide steering column lower shaft in and out 5 times.
- Ensure alignment of reference marks. Refit steering column lower shaft.
- Fit new steering column pinch bolt washer.
- Remove excess grease from steering column lower shaft splined joint.
- Refit fascia lower trim panel.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Grease | 06539-SLJ-003 | 1 |
| Washer | 90511-671-003 | 2 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- ECM
- Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
- 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
- Fascia
- The dashboard and the surrounding interior panel
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
- Trouble Code
- A standardised fault code stored by a control module, read with a diagnostic tool
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Honda FR-V 1.8?
This guide contains four workshop bulletins for the Honda FR-V 1.8. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Honda FR-V 1.8 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 FR-V 1.8 faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.