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    New 4x4 Terrible

    in CR-V 2007 to 2011

    Posted

    Hi Gee

    I own a 2007 (3rd Generation) 2.2 diesel CR-V with manual gearbox.

    The Yokos are summer tyres with not a huge amount of tread left on them.

    In general, i think even if you put your foot down and it starts to slip and lose traction then the Traction Control System should kick in to cut the revs and give you back the traction.

    If you still have some snow it may be worth trying it again to see what happens....also check your tyre pressures are correct for the conditions.

    Cheers,  Trevor

    New 4x4 Terrible

    in CR-V 2007 to 2011

    Posted

    Hi Gee....welcome to the forum

     

    I took my CR-V out in the snow and deliberately went up slopes on unmade roads to try out the 4wd...which I have to say I was very impressed with.

    Having never experienced it in action before, I was amazed at how it just dug in and went up the hill (with low throttle only) with no effort at all....different to coming down the hill though.

    The only time I knew it was active was when I felt a small bump from the rear as it engages the final drive.

     

    I am only running quite worn Yokohamas and they did the job okay....what tyres are you running?

     

    Cheers,  Trevor

    Key Battery.

    in Civic 2000 to 2006

    Posted

    Hi Billy...welcome to the Forum

    You could try somewhere like Timpsons who will replace the battery for you while you wait for very little cost.

    It should work straight away with the car as opposed to losing the code....not known it to happen on Honda, unlike VW or similar.

     

    Let us know how you get on with it

    Cheers,   Trevor

    Warranty claims

    in CR-V 2007 to 2011

    Posted

    Hi...welcome to the Forum

     

    It is unusual for any Honda to have this many issues in such a relatively short space of time.

    It could quite possibly be down to fuel pressure as generally when you accelerate hard it will pull the fuel rail pressure down.

    I could only really suggest running some reputable (quality) fuel treatment additive through the fuel system to clear any carbon, etc within the engine and restore power.

     

    Keep us updated with progress on how it is all going and whether the fault returns.

     

    Cheers,   Trevor

     

    How to avoid the most common MOT fails

    in Honda General Discussions

    Posted

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    Nearly 50% of all cars that fail an MOT do so because of small faults that could be avoided by simple, at-home car maintenance.
    These problems are easy to correct, and fixing them before taking the car in for its MOT could help you pass first time and avoid garage costs.

    To help, Ring, the automotive specialist in bulbs, wipers, battery care and tyre care, has some advice on the simple things that can be done to avoid an MOT fail.

     

    Lights and signalling – 17.8% failure rate
    4.5m cars fail because of lamps, reflectors and electrics every year. Doing a quick bulb check before you take the vehicle to the garage could avoid an MOT fail.
    Make sure you check all the exterior bulbs – this includes the side light, indicator, tail light and number plate lights.
    The registration plate lamp being out accounts for 4.5% of MOT fails.

     

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    When it comes to headlamps, there are plenty of options out there, including upgrades to help bulbs last longer or put more light on road for safer driving.
    We recommend you always replace bulbs in pairs, to ensure the light output is equal from both headlights.
    Ring stocks a range of bulbs, including long life versions, and for headlamps, try the new Xenon150 bulbs (nationwide – SSP £39.99), which put up to 150% more light on road without compromising on life.

     

    Tyre condition – 7.5% failure rate
    Well maintained tyres are essential to ensure safe driving – and neglecting them could mean a failed MOT.
    The legal requirement for tyre tread on passenger vehicles up to eight seats is 1.6mm, but studies show that when the tread drops below 3mm, stopping distance begins to be significantly affected.

     

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    Checking tyre tread is easy and requires a simple depth gauge. However, to ensure your tyres are both safe and helping cut down fuel consumption, drivers need to check the pressure as well.
    For a digital gauge that gives accurate readings on a large backlit screen, records the correct pressure and has an integrated LED light, Ring suggests the RTG7 Programmable Digital Tyre Pressure & Tread Depth Gauge.
    This is easy to store in the car and easy to use, wherever you are. Available nationwide, SSP £24.99.

     

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    While there is no legal requirement for tyre pressure, under- or over-inflated tyres will reduce the traction between the tyre and the road, making driving less safe and less fuel efficient.
    For easy pressure top ups, try the Ring RAC635 Digital Tyre Inflator, with preset for accurate inflation.
    This industry-recognised inflator can inflate a 13” tyre from flat to 35PSI in under 3 minutes – making tops up quick and simple.

     

    Driver’s view of the road – 6.8% failure rate
    Cracks in the windscreen and worn wipers are a big reason for vehicles to fail.
    As wiper deteriorate gradually, drivers often don’t realise they are no longer clearing the windscreen effectively.

     

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    Choosing and fitting the right blade can seem tricky, but Ring’s new range of Ultravision Wiper Blades (SSP £9.99 to £13.99) make blade selection easy.
    The unique, patent-pending clip fits 95% of the car parc, meaning that drivers just need to know the blade length for their vehicle to select the correct blade.


    The clip adapts to fit the seven most common wiper arms.

    Henry Bisson, Marketing Manager at Ring, says “Motorists could be making savings by carrying out basic checks and maintenance at home, but often they don’t realise that these minor faults could cause an MOT fail. What’s more, having well-maintained tyre, blade and lighting are driving safety essentials, so making sure they are regularly checked and replaced when necessary is critical.”

     

    For more details on Ring’s range of bulbs, wiper blades and tyre care, visit www.ringautomotive.com

    Space saver wheels ?

    in Civic 2006 to 2011

    Posted

    Hi Merlin....welcome to the Forum

     

    Sorry I'm not sure of the exact answer but have had similar issues in the past and have gone to a parts department at a dealership and asked to try one on in the car park to see if it fits okay.

    Let us know how you get on with finding the correct wheel

     

    Cheers,  Trevor

     

    various

    in Honda HR-V Club

    Posted

    Maybe worth taking it to a transmission specialist to diagnose before flying into gearbox replacement as it may be something else within the driveline that's a cheap easy fix....worth a try

    various

    in Honda HR-V Club

    Posted

    The HR-V should be the same as the CR-V for the 4WD function. It uses fluid pressure to measure any slip on the drive and applies it accordingly.

    The Diff fluid in the rear final drive should be changed periodically to ensure it doesn't degrade (a knocking when on full lock is the usual sign). 

    Automatic transmissions can whine but if it is permanently doing it through all gears then I would be concerned as it may be a bearing on the way out.

    Worth having it checked over I would think

     

    Buying an 09 auto Jazz

    in Jazz 2008 to 2015

    Posted

    Not sure about the width as to whether that includes mirrors.

    The autoboxes are reliable as far as I know but ensure that regular fluid changes have occurred over the mileage and years.

    I have always found the auto Jazz to be surprisingly nippy and picks up well on the gears.

    Had problems with the central locking not working and throwing up a fault with the immobiliser. Had to replace the ECU, keys, fusebox and ignition barrel (second hand parts) and therefore didn't need coding.

    New Here

    in New Members Introductions

    Posted

    Hi Kelvin....welcome to the Forum

     

    My ladyfriends' father just recently sold an automatic Jazz with only 9000 miles on the clock with a service every year regardless of mileage....what a gem but as it was 14 years old pretty much all the rubber components were starting to perish badly.

     

    Hope you find a good one

    Cheers   Trevor

    new crv satnav terrible

    in CR-V 2007 to 2011

    Posted

    Hi Sean....welcome to the Forum

     

    Unfortunately, the Honda SatNav and electronics is sadly lacking in technology compared to other manufacturers.

    I also use a TomTom in my CR-V but the only saving grace is when it is a cloudy day (which is when the SatNavs really play up) the Honda one, as it has an exterior aerial, does perform better as picking up more satellites.

    One other issue I have found is that if you have a Dash Cam with WiFi, this can sometimes interfere with SatNavs and (if fitted) may be worth switching off to try this theory.

     

    Good to have you onboard

    Cheers,   Trevor

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