Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Engine oil leak from EGR cooler area
Poor sealing of EGR cooler retaining studs allowing oil leakage from cylinder block oil gallery. Fix: fit a modified part.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 1.6 Diesel engine, 2015→.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
Repair steps
- Remove Diesel particulate filter (DPF) to gain access to EGR cooler retaining studs.
- Remove one of the EGR cooler retaining studs. Note: Retaining studs must be replaced one at a time to avoid coolant leak.
- Ensure stud hole is free from oil and grease.
- Fit modified EGR cooler retaining stud and tighten fixing nut to correct torque setting. Tightening torque: 22 Nm.
- Repeat procedure for other retaining stud.
- Refit Diesel particulate filter (DPF). Note: Exhaust gaskets must be replaced.
- Check engine oil level correct.
- Check cooling system for leaks.
- Check engine coolant level.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Retaining stud kit | 9290008022BKIT | 1 |
| Exhaust manifold gasket | Refer to manufacturer | 1 |
| EGR pipe gasket | 18751-RZ0-G01 | 1 |
| Centre exhaust silencer gasket | 18302-SP0-003 | 1 |
| EGR filter | 8757-RZ0-G01 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Engine oil level warning lamp illuminated even though engine oil level correct
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 1.6 Diesel engine.
- Remedy
- Software update
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. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Electrical & ignition
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Unable to open tailgate using tailgate release switch
Cause
Water ingress into tailgate release switch causing short circuit.
Repair
- Fit new tailgate release switch.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Tailgate release switch | 74810-T7A-J01 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Clutch & gearbox
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Squeaking/creaking noise from clutch pedal when released slowly, particularly in slow moving traffic
Overview
- Affects
- All RHD models with manual transmission, →2018.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 2 parts
Cause
Misalignment of clutch pedal and clutch master cylinder causing premature wear of clutch master cylinder.
Repair
- Fit modified clutch pedal.
- Fit new clutch master cylinder.
Parts2 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch pedal | 46910-T8M-E12 | 1 |
| Clutch master cylinder | 46925-T8M-013 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Rattling/clattering noise from LH front of vehicle while driving
Unsatisfactory design of transmission upper mounting. Fix: fit a new part.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with manual transmission, →2019.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
Repair steps
- Fit new transmission upper mounting.
- Fit new transmission upper mounting nuts and bolts finger tight.
- Loosen retaining bolt of lower torque reaction link to release any tension.
- Tighten transmission upper mounting nuts and bolts to correct torque setting.
- Tighten lower torque reaction link retaining bolt to correct torque setting.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission mounting | 50850-T7G-E11 | 1 |
| Nut | 90371-SAA-010 | 2 |
| Bolt | 90162-TAR-000 | 2 |
| Bolt | 90165-SDA-A00 | 2 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- ECM
- Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
- Nm
- Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
- DPF
- Diesel particulate filter — traps soot in the exhaust and burns it off periodically
- RHD
- Right-hand drive — steering wheel on the right
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- EGR Cooler
- A heat exchanger that cools exhaust gas before it is fed back into the intake
- Oil Gallery
- An internal oil passage in the engine
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC?
This guide contains five workshop bulletins for the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC. Of these, two concern the engine and fuel system and two the clutch and gearbox. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Honda HR-V 1.6 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 HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.