Honda HR-V: Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
- The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever in the center of
the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifting the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
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Genuine Honda Motor Oil
Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal
on the
container.
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's
performance and longevity. If you drive th
We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check
the
oil.
1.
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain
the
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed
regularly.
Change the oil and filter in acco
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NOTE:
Troubleshoot any PGM-FI DTCs first.
Before you troubleshoot, review the how to troubleshoot the VSA system.
1. VSA modulator-control unit performance check:
Start the engine.
Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS. Do not press the brake pedal.
Is there 10 MPa or less?
YES
Go to s
NOTE:
Check the vehicle 12 volt battery condition first.
You must be able to duplicate the customer's concern to successfully
diagnose the problem. If you cannot duplicate the issue, have the customer
demonstrate it.
Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
1. HFL switc