Honda HR-V: DTC Troubleshooting 83-11, 83-12: PCM (Engine) Malfunction, PCM (AT/CVT)
Malfunction
NOTE:
- Troubleshoot any PGM-FI, AT or CVT DTCs first.
- Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information.
- VSA will set 83-11 if any PGM -FI DTC's exist.
- VSA will set 83-12 if any A/T or CVT DTC's exist.
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1. Problem verification:
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
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Is DTC 83-11 or 83-12 indicated?
YES
The failure is duplicated. Go to step 2.
NO
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent
failures troubleshooting.
2. PCM check (update or substitution):
- Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a
known-good PCM.
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
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Is DTC 83-11 or 83-12 indicated?
YES
Go to step 3.
NO
If the PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the PCM was
substituted, replace the original
PCM.
3. VSA modulator-control unit check (update):
- Update the VSA modulator-control unit if it does not have the latest
software.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
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Is DTC 83-11 or 83-12 indicated?
YES
Check for loose terminals in the VSA modulator-control unit 21P connector. If
the VSA modulator-control
unit was updated and the symptom/indication is still present, replace the VSA
modulator-control
unit.
NO
Troubleshooting is complete. If any other DTCs are indicated, go to the
indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the OFF (
NOTE:
Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information.
Refer to the DTC code shown on the display, and then inspect the
connectors and terminals based on the
instructions
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Shift the shift lever to the
SEE MORE:
Removal & Installation
1. Engine Undercover - Remove (With Engine Undercover)
2. Engine - Support
Lift and support the engine with a transmission jack and a wood block
under the oil pan.
3. Torque Rod - Remove
2WD
AWD
NOTE: When install the torque rod, be sure to install the torque rod wi
MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX (M/T)
REVERSE LOCKOUT SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING - DRIVER CAN SELECT REVERSE
GEAR WHEN VEHICLE SPEED IS 20 KM/H (12 MPH) OR MORE (M/T)
NOTE: Refer to How to Troubleshoot Circuits at the PCM
connectors in the Fuel and Emissions Systems section