Honda2002–2008

Jazz 1.5: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

9 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, three concern the engine and fuel system and two the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Technical specifications

Engine & fuel system

3 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.

Erratic idle

Affects All models, 2002-03.

Cause

Crankcase breather valve worn.

Repair

Replace crankcase breather valve.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Splashing noise heard from under front seats when accelerating and braking

Affects All models.

Symptoms

Splashing noise heard from instrument panel when accelerating and braking.

Cause

Fuel movement in fuel tank. More pronounced due to fuel tank positioned under front seats.

Repair

No action required. Normal operational characteristic.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.

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 6.

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 7.

Clutch & gearbox

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Juddering when gently accelerating

Affects All models with continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Cause

Transmission internal parts slipping due to inferior quality transmission oil.

Repair

Renew transmission oil.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 9.

Body & trim

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Water ingress into footwells

Water ingress through front or rear door sound proofing. Fix: fit a new part.

Overview

Affects: All models, 2002-05.
Remedy: Fit new part

Symptoms

Carpet wet.

Repair steps

Remove front and rear inner door panels.
Check front and rear door sound proofing.
Fit new door soundproofing seal or reseal door soundproofing.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Creaking/rattling noise from rear seat back rests whilst driving

Affects All models, 2005-08: VIN →LUCGE2***83204111. VIN →LUCGE3***83209835.

Cause

Faulty rear seat back rest latches.

Repair

Replace rear seat back rest latches.

Parts4 parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Rear seat back rest latch - LH (graphite black)	82620-SAA-G01ZA	1
Rear seat back rest latch - LH (titanium)	82620-SAA-G01ZB	1
Rear seat back rest latch - RH (graphite black)	82220-SAA-G01ZA	1
Rear seat back rest latch - RH (titanium)	82220-SAA-G01ZB	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Other

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Water ingress into spare wheel well

Bodywork sealant hardens and cracks Fig.115525.1 . Fix: clean and lubricate.

Overview

Affects: All models, 2002-05.
Remedy: Clean & lubricate

Repair steps

Carry out water test to roof channel/tailgate area to confirm fault.
Clean area around roof channel/tailgate.
Apply 2 - 3 mm bead of sealant to affected area.
Repeat procedure for opposite side.
Apply paint to sealant to match body colour.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
Part	Part number	Qty
Sealant (Sikaflex 221)	07SIKAFLEX221HE	1

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

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
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
Instrument Panel: The dashboard display that shows warning lights and messages

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Honda Jazz 1.5?

This guide contains nine workshop bulletins for the Honda Jazz 1.5. Of these, three concern the engine and fuel system and two the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Honda Jazz 1.5 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 Jazz 1.5 faults myself?

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