troubleshoot HONDA CR-V 1998 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Owner's Guide

PGM-FI System
Random Misfire
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The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
P0300*,, P1300*1 and some of po30t - pO3O4; Randommisfire.
Descriotion
Misfire detection is accomplished by monitoring the crankshaft speed with the crankshaft speed fluctuation (cKF) sensorwhich is attached to the crankshaft.lfmisfiring strong enough to damage the catalyst is detected, the MIL will blink during the time of its occurrence, and DTcP0300*', P1300*1 and some of DTCs P03ol through P0304 will be stored. Then, after misfire has ceased, the MtL will comeon,
lf misfiring that increases emissions is detected during two consecutive driving cycles, the MIL will come on, and DTcand some of DTCS p0301 through p0304 wi

be stored.NOTE: lf some of the DTCS listed below are stored at the same time as a misfire DTc, troubleshoot those DTcs first. thentroubleshoot the misfire DTC.
P0106, P]128, P1'129; MAp sensorP0171. P0172; Fuet metering
P0505: ldle Control Svstem
P1336, P1337; CKF sensor
P1361, P1362: TDC sensor
Pl381. Pl382: CYP sensor
P1508: IAC valve *1:,97 model*2: '98 - 00 models
Possiblo Caus€
. Fuel pump insufficient fuel pressure, amountofflow. Fuel line clogging. blockage, leakage. Fuel filter clogginga Fuel pressure regulator stuck open. Distributormalfunction
. lgnition coil wire open, leakage. lgnition control module malfunction. Valves carbon deposita Compression lowa Fuel does not meet Owner's Manual spec., lack offuel
Troubleshooting
By test-driving, determine the conditions during which misfire occurs. Depending on these conditions, test in the orderdescribed in the table below.
Possible cause
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Crankshaft
speed fluctuation
sensor
Fuel
pressureDistributor and
lgnition wirestcMValve
Clearance
Conditionsection 611-178section 23section 23section 6
Only low rpm and load,6)o
Only acceleratingooo
Only high rpm and loado@,a'@
Not specificationG\o@o@
NOTE: lf misfire doesn't recur, some possible causes are fuel that doesn't meet owner's manual spec, lack of fuel, carbondeposits on spark plu9, etc.
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Misfire Detected in One Cylinder
Ipffi1] Thescantoot indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0301: Cylinder 1 misfire detected.
lF03O2l 16".""n toot indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0302; Cylinder 2 misfire detected.
I P0303 | fne scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0303: Cylinder3 misfire detected.
lF0il04l 16" ""un tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) PO3O4: Cylinder 4 misfire detected
Description
Misfire detection is accomplished by monitoring the crankshaft speed with the crankshaft speed fluctuation (CKF) sensor
which is attached to the crankshaft.
lf misiiring strong enough to damage the catalyst is detected, the MIL will blink during the time of its occurrence. and DTC
P0301, P0302, P0303 and/or P0304 will be stored. Then, after the misfire has ceased, the MIL will come on.
lf misfiring that increases emissions is detected during two consecutive driving cycles. the MIL will come on, and DTc
P0301, P0302, P0303 and/or P0304 will be stored.
NOTE: lJ some of the DTcs listed below are stored at the same time as a misfire DTc, troubleshoot those DTcs first, then
troubleshoot the misfire DTC.
P0107, P0108, P'n2a, P1129t MAP sensor
Po'17 'l , P0112t Fuel suPP|Y system
P0441: EVAP insufficient Purge flow
P1336, P1337: CKF sensor
P1359, Pl361, P1362: TDC sensor
Pl381, P1382: CYP sensor
Possible Cause
. Fuel injector clogging, fuel leakage, air leakage
. Fuel injector circuit open or shorted
. Spark plug carbon deposits, fouling, malfunction
. lgnition wires open, leaking
. Distributor malfunction
. Compression low
. Valve clearance out of specification
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Crankshaft Position/Top Dead Genter/Gylinder Position (CKP/TDC/CYPI Sensor
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0335; A malfunction in the Crankshaft Position (CKP)
sensor circuit,
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0336: A range/performance problem in the Crankshaft
Position {CKP) sensor circuit.
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code {DTC) P1361: Intermittent interruption in the Top Dead Center
(TDC) sensor circuit.
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1362: No signal in the Top Dead Center (TDC) sensor
ci.cuit.
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1381: Intermittent interruption in the Cylinder Position
(CYP) sensor circuit.
The scan toot indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code {DTC) P1382: No signal in the Cylinder Position (CYP} sensor
circuit.
Description
The CKP Sensor determines timing for fuel injection and ignition of each cylinder and also detects engine speed. The TDC
Sensor determines ignition timing at start-up {cranking) and when crank angle is abnormal. The CYP Sensor detects the
position of No. 't cylinder for sequential fuel injection to each cylinder. The CKP/TDC/CYP Sensor is built into the distribu-
ror.
NOTE: lf DTC P1359 is stored atthesametimeas DTC P0335, P0336, Pl361, P1362, P1381 and/or P1382, troubleshoot DTC
P1359 first, then troubleshoot those DTCS.
DISTRIBUTOR lOPCoNNECTOR (Cl211
TDCP IGRNI
Terminal side ofmale terminalsTIrcM IREOI
'97 model:
- The MIL has be€n reported on.- DTC P0335, P0336, P136'1,P1362, Pl341 and/oi P1382 arestored.
Problem verific.tion:1. Do the PCM Reset Procedure.2. Start the engine.
Intermittent lailure, 3yd6m i3 OKat thb tims. Chcck tor poor con-nections ol looso wire3 si C12'l
ldistributor) .nd .t the PCM.
ls DTC P0335, P0336, P1361, P1362,P1381 and/or P1382 indicated?
Ch.ck for an open in tho CKP/TDC/CYP sensor:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the distributor 10Pconnector.3. Measure resistance betweenthe terminals of the indicatedsensor (see table).
Replace tho distributor ignitionhousing {sea 3ection 41.ls there 350 - 700 o?
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CYPP IYELI
CYPM (BLKI
SENSOEDTCSENSOBPCMERMINAIWIRECOLOR
CKPP0335P0336
lc28LU
8c12
TDCP1361P1352
2GRN
9c13RED
CYPP'I381P1342
3c4YEL't0c14BLK
{cont'd)
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ldle Control System
ldle Control System
I P0505 | The scan tool indicates Diagnostic T.ouble Code (DTCI PO5O5: ldlecontrol svstem mattunction.
NOTE: lf DTC P1508 is stored at the same time as DTC P0505, troubleshoot DTC P1508 first. then troubleshoot DTC p0505.
Possibls Cause
. IAC valve mechanical malfunction. Throttle body clogged port, improper adlustment. Intake manifold gasket leakaging. Intake air hose loose leakaging. Vacuum hose leakaging
a ECT sensor incorrect output. Throttle Position sensor incorrect output
Troubleshooting Flowchart
The MIL has been reDorted on.DTC P0505 is sto.ed.
Problem verificationi1. Start the engine. Hold theengine at 3,000 rpm with noload (in Park or neutral) untilthe radiator Ian comes on, thenlet it idle.2. With the scan tool, check thelollowing items.- Throttle position should beapprox. 10% with the throt-tle {ully closed.- Engine coolant temperature shorJld be 194 - 205'F(90 - 96"C).lf they are not within thespec., repair the faulty sen-sor circuit.3 Check the engine speed atidle with no-load conditions:headlights, blower fan. reardefogger, radiator lan, and airconditioner are not operaling,
Inte.mittent failure. syltem is OKat this time.ls it 750 {730)* i 50 rpm?
ls il 700 (680)' rpm or less?
{To page 11-151)(To page 1'l-151)
l:'99 - 00 models
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Fuel Supply System
PGM-FI Main Relay (cont'dl
Troubleshooting
lc(}21PGM.FI MAIN RELAY 7P CONNECTOR
GND
trTr]--Flq
FI,Til'I A
Y
Wire side ot female terminals
- Engine will not start.- InsDection ol PGM-FI mainrelay and relay harness,
Check fo. an open in the wireIGND linol:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the PGM Fl mainrelay 7P connector.3. Check for continuity betweenthe PGM'FI main relay 7P con-nector terminal No. 3 and bodyground.
Repair opcn in th€ wire betweenthe PGM-FI main relav and G101.
Check tor an open or short in thewiro (BAT line):Measure voltage between thePGM'FI main relay 7P connectorterminal No. 7 and body ground.- Repai. open or short in lhewir6 belween the PGM-FImain relay and the Fl E/M (15Al fu3e.- Replace th6 FIE/M (15 Altus6in th€ under-hood fuse/.6lay
ls there baftery voltage?
Check lor an open or short in thewire (lGl line):L Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).2. Measure the voltage betweenthe PGM-FI main relay 7P connectorterminal No. 5 and bodyground.- Repair open or shorl in thewire between the FGM-FI mainrelay and the No. 13 FUELPUMP 115 A) tuse.- Replaco the No. 13 RJEL PUMP115 A) luse in the und6.-d$hfuso/ relav box.Check for an open or short in thewire {STS line):1. Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (lll) position.NOTE:. M/T: Clutch pedal must bedepressed.. A/T: Transmission in E orElposition.2. Measure the voltage betweenthe PGM-Fl main retay 7Pconnector terminal No. 2 andbody ground.- Repair open or short in thewire betwe€n the PIGM-FI m.inrclay and th€ No. 31 STARTERSlGllAL 17.5 A) tuse.- Repl.ce the No. 31 STARTERSIGNAL 17.5 Al tuse in theunder-dash tuse/relay box.('97 model: To page 11-189)('98 00models:To page 1l 190)
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Emission Control System
Three Way Catalytic Converter {TWCI (cont'd}
1P0420 Thescantool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0420: Catalyst system efficiency belowthreshold.
DescriDtion
This system evaluates the catalyst's capacity by means of the HO2S (Primary and Secondary) output during stable driving
conditions. lf deterioration has been detected during three consecutive driving cycles, the MIL comes on and DTC P0420 will
be stored.
NOTE: lf some of the DTCS listed below are stored at the same time as DTC P0420, troubleshoot those DTCS first. then
troubleshoot DTC P0420.
P0137, P0138: Secondary HO2S (Sensor 2)
P0141: Secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) Heater
Possible Cause
. IWC Deterioration
. Exhaust system leakage
Troubleshooting Flowchart
- The MIL has been reDoried on.- DTC P0420 is stored.
Problem verification:1. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Procedure,2. Start the engine. Hold theengine at 3,000 rpm with noload (in Park or neutrali untilthe radiator fan comes on.3. Connect the SCS service connector.4. Test-drive 40 - 55 mph (64 - 88km/h) for approx. lwo minutes.Then decelerate for at least 3seconds with the throftle completely closed. Then reducethe vehicle speed to 35 mph
156 km/h), and try to hold ituntil the readiness code
Intermittent tailure. system is OKat this time.ls DTC P0420 indicated?
Check the TWC (see section 9).lI nocessary, replace the TwC.
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'97 model:
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0441: Evaporative Emission (EVAP) control system
insufficient purge flow.
Description
By monitoring the purge line vacuum with the MAP sensor, the PCM can detect insufficient EVAP control system purge
flow.
Possiblo Cause
. EVAP Purge Control Solenoid Valve
. EVAP Purge Control Solenoid Valve Circuit
. EVAP Control Canister
. Vacuum Lines
. PCM
Troubleshooting Flowchart
EVAP PURGE CONTROL
SO1TNOID VALVE 2P
CoNNECTOR (C108)
(v)
YL
Wire side of female
termrnals
(cont'd)
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Th€ MIL has b€en reooited on.DTC P0441 is .tored.
Problem verificationl1. Start the engine. Hold theengine at 3,000 rpm with noload (in Park or neut.al) untilthe radiator fan comes on.2. Do the PCM Reset Procedure.3. Connect the SCS service con-nector,4. Test drive under following con'ditions on the road.- without any electrical load- Transmission in @ or @position- Engine speed between1 ,2OO - 2,4OO rpfi.- Decelerate from 50 mph (80
km/h)to 15 mph (24 km/h)Intermittent trilure, sydern is OKat this time. Check for Door con-nections or loose wir€3 at C108
IEVAP purge control solonoidvalvol .nd at the PCM.
ls DTC P0441 indicated?
Check tor an open in the wire (lcl
linel:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the EVAP purge
control solenoid valve 2P con-nector.3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
4. Measure voltage between bodyground and the EVAP purge
control solenoid valve 2P con-nector terminal No. '1,
R€pafu open in thc wir6 b€tw€enthG EVAP purge control solenoidvalve and the No. 15 ALTEBNA-TOR SP SENSOR (7.5 A)fuse.
ls there batlery voltage?
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'98 - 00 models:
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble code (DTC) P1456: Evaporative Emission (EVAP) control system leak
detected {fuel tank system).
Troubleshooting Flowchart
- The MIL has been reported on.- DTC P1456 is stored.
Check the fuel fill cap:Check the fuel fill cap (the caP
must be a gray OEM cap and be
tightened at least three "clicks" toproperly seal the system)-
ls the proper fuel fill cap installed
and properly tightened?Replace or tighton the cap.
Check the lueltill cap seal:
Check the fuel fill cap seal.
Replace the luelfiller pipe.ls the tuel filler pipe damaged?
Fuel till caD is OK. Do the luel
tank pressure Sensor test (see
page 11-2111. (EVAP Purge con-
trol solenoid valve t€sl (see Page11-2151.1r':'99 - 00 models
(cont'd)
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Emission Control System
Evaporative Emission (EVAPI Controls (cont,dl
1T1456I (conro)
€VAPBYPASSSoLENOtOVALVEECM/PCM CONNECTOR A I32P)
Wire side of female terminals
VACUUMPUMP/GAUGE.0 -30 in.HgA373X -
041 -
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EVAP BYPASS SOLENOIDVALVE 2P CONNECTOR lcorlTl
2WBS(BLU}
II
Wire side offemaletermrnats
tGlIBLK/WHT}
EVAP bypa3s solenoid valve test.(The continuation ot DTC P1456troubleshooting.l
Check the EVAP bypass sotenoid
1. Disconnect the vacuum hosefrom the EVAP two way valve,and connect a vscuum pumpto the hose,2. Connect the ECM/PCM con-nector terminal 43 to the bodyground with a jurnper wire.3. Turn the ignition switch ON 0t).4. Apply vacuum to the hose.
EVAP bypass solenoid valve/EVAP two way valve is OK. Doth6 EVAP control crnister ventshut vafve le3t lso€ page 11-2'111.
Does the valve hold vacuurn?
Check for an op€n in the wir€(2WBS line):1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the EVAP bypasssolenoid valve 2P connector.3. Check for continuity betweenthe EVAP bypass so teno idvalve 2P connector terminalNo. 2 and body ground.
Repair open in the wire betweenthe EVAP bypass solenoid valv.and ECM/PCM lA3).
Chack tor an op6n in the wirellcl line):1. Turn the ignition switch ON l).2. Measure voltage between theEVAP bypass solenoid valve2P connector terminal No. land body ground.
Replace the EVAP byps.,s solonoidvatus and O-ring3.
Ropair o,pen in the wire botwoenth6 EVAP bypa$ sotenoid vatvoand No. 15 ALTERNATOR SpSENSOR (7.5 Altuso.
2WBS (BLU}
/3
7,x
4l6o/to -/
,/ 16 1718't920 211/z3
26 272A29solT32
JUMPER WIRE
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EVAP control canister vent shut
valve l€st,lThe conlinualion ot DTC P1456
troubleshooting.)
Check the EVAP control cankter
vent 3hut valve:1. Disconnect the vacuum hose
from the EVAPthree way valve,
and connect a vacuum PUmPto the hose.2. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
3. Apply vacuum to the hose
EVAP control crnisier vent lhul
valve is OK. Do the v.cuum
hoses and connections te3l lseepage 11-218).
Does the valve hold vacuum?
Chock the EVAP control canbtel
vent shul valvo:1. Turn the ignition sw;tch OFF.
2. Disconnect the EVAP controlcanister vent shut valve 2P
connector.3. Check for continuity betlveen
the EVAP control canister vent
shut valve 2P connector termi-nal No. 1 snd body ground.
Roplac€ the EVAP contlol canbt€]venl shut valve and O-ring.
Chock lor a short in the wire(VSV lino)r1. Disco n nect the EcM/PCN4connoctor A (32P).
2. Check for continuity betweenthe EVAP control canister vent
shut valve 2P connector termi-
nal No. 1 and body ground.
Reorir 3hort in tho wiro bgtweonthe EC1I/I/PCM lAal .nd the EVAP
codrol canbtor vent shut valv6.
Substitute a known.good ECM/
PCM and recheck. lf symptom/indicrtion goes awaY, replace
the original ECM/PCM.
VACUUMPUMP/GAUGE,0 - 30 in.Hg
A973X - 041 -
XXXXX
EVAPTHREE
VALVEEVAPCONTROLCANISTER
EVAP CONTROLCANISTER VENT SHUTVALVE 2P CONNECTOR IC361)
r+l1t2l
f1 VSV
(o) tLT cnrulwxrt
1
Wire side of female terminals
EVAPCONTROLCANISTERVENTSHUTVALVE
O.RINGReplace.
ILT GRN/WHT)
(cont'd)
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