Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1498 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Honda |
| Ignition system Type | PGM-FI |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Honda |
| Fuel system Type | PGM-FI |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Firing order
The firing order for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) are 0,21-0,25 mm inlet and 0,25-0,29 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,21-0,25 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,25-0,29 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.9 litres. The manual gearbox capacity for dry fill is 2.0 litres.
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Preferred engine oil | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification OEM | 08232-P99K1/4LHE |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM |
| Engine oil options | |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification OEM | 08232-P99K1/4LHE |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20, 0W-30 Synthetic |
| Engine oil | |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.3-3.6 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Honda MTF III |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.9 |
| Manual transmission (dry fill) litres | 2.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Honda HCF-2 |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | — |
| If replacement of ATF was not due, transmission oil change indicator can only be reset using diagnostic equipment. | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | — |
| Coolant Type | Honda all season type 2 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 3.6 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Clutch fluid Type | DOT 4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Rear brake discs on the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 8 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | — |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated disc | |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated disc | |
|---|---|
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
| Disc thickness variation Rear | 0,015 mm |
| Disc runout Front | 0,04 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,04 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,6 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1,6 mm |
Service & electrical
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Idle speed | |
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 0±2/700 Not adjustable |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 Not adjustable |
| Idle speed - alternative rpm | AC=790±50 |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,1 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2290-2790 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,2 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,8 Min |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | — |
| Oil pressure | |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,93-1,23 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
Fuel system
| Fuel feed/lift pump delivery pressure bar | 3,8-4,3 |
|---|
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | DILZKAR7C11S |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | DILZKAR7C11S |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) are tightened in 3 stages: 15 Nm, then 30 Nm, then a final 120°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 15 Nm |
| Tighten | 30 Nm |
| Tighten | 120° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Sump drain bolt | 40 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 118 Nm/74 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 26 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | — |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | — |
| Camshaft sprocket | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | — |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 4 minutes. | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | — |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 4 minutes. Wait 30 minutes before filling engine with oil. Do NOT start engine for 3 hours. | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 24 Nm |
| Water pump | 12 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 22 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 12 Nm |
| Oil filter | 12 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 328 Nm |
| Front hub | |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 64 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 49 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 54 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 50 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 35 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 108 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 10 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 10 Nm |
| Road wheels | 108 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R1234yf |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 420±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | POE |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 14 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 76±6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC?
The firing order for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC take?
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC?
Valve clearances for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) are 0,21-0,25 mm inlet and 0,25-0,29 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC?
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) are tightened in 3 stages: 15 Nm, then 30 Nm, then a final 120°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC?
Rear brake discs on the Honda HR-V 1.5 i-VTEC (2015–2021) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 8 mm.