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Symptom Troubleshooting Index

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Probable cause (s) Notes
When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the D indicator comes on and stays on in all shift lever positions, or it never comes on at all
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
A/T gear position indicator does not come on while the shift lever is in that position
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
Shift lever cannot be moved from P while pressing on the brake pedal
  • PCM defective
  • Shift lock solenoid defective
  • Shift lock solenoid control circuit
  • Shift lock mechanism defective
  • Brake switch circuit
  • Brake switch defective
  • Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit
  • Accelerator pedal position sensor defective
  • Throttle body defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Transmission range switch circuit
Ignition switch cannot be moved from ACCESSORY (1) to LOCK (0) (key is pushed in, the shift lever in P)
  • PCM defective
  • Interlock control system circuit
  • Key interlock solenoid defective
  • Park pin switch defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
HDS does not communicate with the PCM
  • DLC circuit
  • PCM defective
Troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
Shift indicator does not work on five-position transmission
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
When you press the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) in D and S, the transmission does not upshift on five-position transmission
  • PCM defective
  • Paddle shifter + (upshift switch) circuit
Troubleshoot the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) circuit (see PADDLE SHIFTER + (UPSHIFT SWITCH) CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
When you press the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) in D and S, the transmission does not downshift on five-position transmission
  • PCM defective
  • Paddle shifter - (downshift switch) circuit
Troubleshoot the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) circuit (see PADDLE SHIFTER - (DOWNSHIFT SWITCH) CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
M indicator does not come on even though the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) or paddle shifter - (downshift switch) is operated in sequential shift mode on five-position transmission
  • F-CAN communication line error
  • Gauge control module defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Check the F-CAN communication line for a DTC.
  • Check the F-CAN communication line by using the gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
  • Check the indicator drive circuit in the gauge control module by using the gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Probable cause (s) Notes
Engine does not start in P or N
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Engine runs, but vehicle does not move in any position
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Secondary drive gear or secondary driven gear worn or damaged
  • Final driven gear worn or damaged
  • Sun gear worn or damaged
  • Selector control shaft assembly worn or damaged
  • Control lever worn or damaged
  • Park pawl and pawl shaft worn or damaged
  • CVTF pump worn, binding, or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • CVTF pump drive chain or CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket worn or damaged
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Flywheel drive plate worn or damaged
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Engine output low
  • Driveshaft disengaged
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ), and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, and the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the flywheel drive plate for wear and damage.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft is worn or damaged, replace it and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the selector control shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the selector control shaft assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the control lever for wear and damage.
  • Check the park pawl and the pawl shaft for wear and damage. If the park pawl or the pawl shaft are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the park gear for wear and damage.
  • Check the secondary drive gear, the secondary driven gear, and the final driven gear for wear and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
  • Inspect the differential pinion gears for wear. If the differential pinion gears are worn, replace the differential assembly.
Vehicle does not move in D, L, and S
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Sun gear worn or damaged
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Engine output low
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the forward clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the sun gear is worn or damaged, replace it and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Vehicle does not move in R
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn, or damaged
  • Planetary carrier assembly worn or damaged
  • Sun gear worn or damaged
  • Ring gear worn or damaged
  • Thrust needle bearing on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust washer on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Engine output low
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the planetary carrier assembly, the sun gear, or the ring gear are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the thrust needle bearing and the thrust washers on the planetary carrier for wear and damage. If the thrust needle bearing or the thrust washer are worn or damaged, replace them and adjust the clearance with the thrust shim.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Engine stops when shifted to D from N
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Engine output low
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the reverse brake pressure and the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Engine stops when shifted to R from N
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Planetary carrier assembly worn or damaged
  • Thrust needle bearing on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust washer on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Engine output low
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the forward clutch pressure, the reverse brake pressure, and the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the planetary carrier assembly is worn or damaged, replace it and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the thrust needle bearing and the thrust washers on the planetary carrier for wear and damage. If the thrust needle bearing or the thrust washer are worn or damaged, replace them and adjust the clearance with the thrust shim.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
No shift to higher ratio or lower ratio
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ), and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST )
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, and the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Poor acceleration
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • Engine output low
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, and lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
  • Check for low fuel pressure (see FUEL PRESSURE TEST ).
  • Check for a restricted exhaust system
Engine revs up abnormally high while driving
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
No engine braking
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, and the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Vehicle does not creep on a flat road in D, S, and L
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn, or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Engine output low
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Vehicle moves in N, shift cable is properly adjusted
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Input shaft needle bearing seized, worn or damaged
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Check the forward clutch pressure and the reverse brake clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft or the input shaft needle bearings are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Late shift after shifting from N to D, and return to N
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, and the forward clutch pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Late shift after shifting from N to R, and return to N
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Reverse brake return springs/retainer worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Unstable engine speed
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • CVTF pump worn, binding, or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF strainer or CVTF filter clogged
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Engine output low
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the CVTF strainer and the CVTF filter for debris. If the CVTF strainer or the CVTF filter is clogged, find the damaged components that caused debris, and clean the CVTF cooler lines (see CVTF COOLER CLEANING ) if necessary.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Excessive shock when starting off
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Engine output low
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
Excessive shock when accelerating and decelerating
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST )
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly. Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings.
  • Check the spring retainer for wear and damage.
  • Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Excessive idle vibration in D, S, L, and R
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Solenoid valves defective
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Flywheel drive plate worn or damaged
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Engine output low
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Check the flywheel drive plate for wear and damage.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft is worn or damaged, replace it and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Excessive idle vibration in N and P
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Flywheel drive plate worn or damaged
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Engine output low
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the flywheel drive plate for wear and damage.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft is worn or damaged, replace it and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Vibration in all positions
  • Flywheel drive plate worn or damaged
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • IMA motor defective
  • Engine or transmission mount defective
  • Engine output low
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the flywheel drive plate for wear and damage.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
Noise from transmission in N and P
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Planetary carrier worn or damaged
  • Input shaft needle bearing seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust needle bearing on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust washer on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • CVTF pump worn, binding, or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • CVTF pump drive chain or CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket worn or damaged
  • Low CVTF level
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ), and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket for wear and damage. If the CVTF pump assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly, if the CVTF pump drive chain or the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket are worn or damaged, replace them.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft, the planetary carrier assembly, or the input needle bearing are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the thrust needle bearing and the thrust washers on the planetary carrier for wear and damage. If the thrust needle bearing or the thrust washer are worn or damaged, replace them and adjust the clearance with the thrust shim.
Noise from transmission in D, S, and L
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Secondary drive gear or secondary driver gear worn or damaged
  • Final driven gear worn or damaged
  • Planetary carrier assembly worn or damaged
  • Input shaft needle bearing seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust needle bearing on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust washer on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Selector control shaft assembly worn or damaged
  • Park pawl and pawl shaft worn or damaged
  • Park pawl spring worn or damaged
  • CVTF pump worn, binding, or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • CVTF pump drive chain or CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket worn or damaged
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft, the planetary carrier assembly, or the input shaft needle bearing are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the thrust needle bearing and the thrust washers on the planetary carrier for wear and damage. If the thrust needle bearing or the thrust washer are worn or damaged, replace them and adjust the clearance with the thrust shim.
  • Check the selector control shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the selector control shaft assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the park pawl, the pawl shaft, and the park pawl spring for wear and damage. If the park pawl, the pawl shaft, or the park pawl spring are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the park gear for wear and damage.
  • Check the secondary drive gear, the secondary driven gear, and the final driven gear for wear and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Noise from transmission in R
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Reverse brake return springs/retainer worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Input shaft worn or damaged
  • Secondary drive gear or secondary driven gear worn or damaged
  • Final driver gear worn or damaged
  • Planetary carrier assembly worn or damaged
  • Sun gear worn or damaged
  • Ring gear worn or damaged
  • Input shaft needle bearing seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust needle bearing on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Thrust washer on planetary carrier seized, worn or damaged
  • Selector control shaft assembly worn or damaged
  • Park pawl and pawl shaft worn or damaged
  • Park pawl spring worn or damaged
  • CVTF pump worn, binding, or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • CVTF pump drive chain or CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket worn or damaged
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Flywheel assembly defective
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Inspect the flywheel assembly for wear and damage. If the flywheel assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Inspect the input shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the input shaft, the planetary carrier assembly, the sun gear, the ring gear, or the input shaft needle bearing are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the related part of the input shaft assembly for wear and damage.
  • Check the thrust needle bearing and the thrust washers on the planetary carrier for wear and damage. If the thrust needle bearing or the thrust washer are worn or damaged, replace them and adjust the clearance with the thrust shim.
  • Check the selector control shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the selector control shaft assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the park pawl, the pawl shaft, and the park pawl spring for wear and damage. If the park pawl, the pawl shaft, or the park pawl spring are worn or damaged, replace them and also check the park gear for wear and damage.
  • Check the secondary drive gear, the secondary driven gear, and the final driven gear for wear and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Stall speed high
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Forward clutch assembly defective
  • Reverse brake defective
  • Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect
  • Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • CVTF pump worn, binding, or foreign material in CVTF pump
  • Low CVTF level
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Manual valve lines worn or damaged
  • Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Check the CVTF level (see CVT FLUID LEVEL CHECK ) and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch.
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc (see CLUTCH CLEARANCE INSPECTION ). If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.
  • Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.
  • Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Stall speed low
  • Intermediate housing assembly worn or damaged
  • Pulley pressure feed pipe damaged or out of round
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • PCM defective
  • Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM
  • Engine output low
  • IMA motor defective
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Calibrate the start clutch control system (see START CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ), and check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the drive and driven pulley pressure, and the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
  • Check the intermediate housing assembly for wear and damage. If the drive pulley, the driven pulley, the pulley shafts, the steel belt, or related part are worn or damaged, replace the intermediate housing assembly.
Judder when starting off
  • Start clutch assembly defective
  • CVTF deteriorated
  • Lower valve body assembly defective
  • CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective
  • CVT input shaft (drive pulley) and CVT output shaft (driven pulley) speed sensors defective
  • Vehicle speed sensor defective
  • PCM defective
  • Check the CVTF condition. If necessary, replace the CVTF (see CVT FLUID REPLACEMENT ), use genuine Honda CVTF.
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Check the speed sensors installation, for wear and damage, and measure their resistance, and also check the O-rings for wear and damage.
  • Check the stall speed (see STALL SPEED TEST ).
  • Check the start clutch (see START CLUTCH CHECK ).
  • Check the lubrication pressure (see PRESSURE TEST ). If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.
  • Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.
Shift lever does not operate smoothly
  • Selector control shaft assembly worn or damaged
  • Control lever worn or damaged
  • Park pawl and pawl shaft worn or damaged
  • Park gear worn or damaged
  • Park pawl spring worn or damaged
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the selector control shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the selector control shaft assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the control lever for wear and damage.
  • Check the park pawl, the pawl shaft, the park pawl spring, and the park gear for wear and damage.
Transmission will not shift into P, or transmission cannot shift out of P
  • Selector control shaft assembly worn or damaged
  • Control lever worn or damaged
  • Park pawl and pawl shaft worn or damaged
  • Park gear worn or damaged
  • Park pawl spring worn or damaged
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • Manual valve lever and pin worn or damaged
  • Manual valve body assembly defective
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.
  • Check the manual valve body assembly for scoring and damage. If the manual valve body assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the selector control shaft assembly for wear and damage. If the selector control shaft assembly is worn or damaged, replace it as an assembly.
  • Check the control lever for wear and damage.
  • Check the park pawl, the pawl shaft, the park pawl spring, and the park gear for wear and damage.
A/T gear position indicator does not indicate shift lever positions
  • Selector control shaft assembly worn or damaged
  • Shift cable broken or out of adjustment
  • PCM defective
  • Transmission range switch defective
  • Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.
  • Inspect the transmission range switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH TEST ).
  • Check for a loose shift cable at the shift lever and the transmission control lever.