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ENGINE
Lubrication System - Testing & Troubleshooting - HR-V

DESCRIPTION
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM DESCRIPTION - HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT

Overview

The lubrication method is a pressurized circulation type and it employs the full-flow filtering system. In the
full-flow filtering system, all the oil supplied to the engine by the oil pump normally passes through the oil
filter. It has excellent cleaning action.

Hydraulic Circuit

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Fig. 1: Engine Lubrication Hydraulic Circuit

Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

TESTING
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH TEST
Test

1. Oil Pressure Switch - Test

1. Disconnect the connector (A)

2. Check for continuity between the oil pressure switch terminal (B) and the engine
(ground). There should be continuity with the engine stopped. There should be no
continuity with the engine running

3. Connect the connector.

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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TEST

Special Tools Required

Image Description/Tool Number

Oil Pressure Gauge Attachment

07406-0030000

Oil Pressure Gauge 07506-3000001

Test

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If the low oil pressure indicator stays on with the engine running, check the engine oil level. If the oil level is
correct:

1. Oil Pressure Switch - Remove

2. Engine Oil Pressure - Test

1. Install the oil pressure gauge attachment and the oil pressure gauge

2. Start the engine. Shut it off immediately if the gauge registers no oil
pressure. Repair the problem before continuing

3. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature (fan comes on at least

twice). The pressure should be:

Engine Oil Temperature: 176 °F (80 °C)

At Idle: 106 kPa (1.08 kgf/cm2 , 15.4 psi) min.

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At 2, 000 RPM: 373 kPa (3.80 kgf/cm2 , 54.0 psi) min.

4. If the oil pressure is out of specifications, inspect these items:

Oil filter blocked or plugged.

Oil strainer blocked or plugged.
3. Oil Pressure Gauge Attachment and Oil Pressure Gauge - Remove
4. All Removed Parts - Install

 1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
Check

1. Engine Oil Level - Check

1. Park the vehicle on level ground, and start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,
000 RPM with no load (M/T in neutral, CVT in P or N) until the radiator fan comes on,
then turn off the engine, and wait more than 3 minutes.

2. Remove the dipstick, and wipe off the dipstick, then reinstall the dipstick.

3. Remove the dipstick and check the engine oil level. It should be between the upper
mark (A) and the lower mark (B).

4. If the engine oil level is near or below the lower mark check for oil leaks, and add
engine oil to bring it to the upper mark.

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SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING - LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON WITH THE VEHICLE IN THE ON MODE

1. Input signal test:

- 1. Connect the HDS to the DLC .

- 2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

- 3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not communicate, go to the DLC
circuit troubleshooting .

- 4. Check for DTCs - Refer to: How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems, or How to
Troubleshoot the CVT System (CVT) . If a DTC is present, diagnose, and repair the cause before
continuing with this test.

- 5. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.

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Threshold Current conditions
Signal
Values Unit Values Unit
OIL PRESSURE SWITCH ON Â Â Â

Do the current condition(s) match the threshold?

YES

Replace the gauge control module .

NO

Go to step 2.

2. Oil pressure switch test:

- 1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

- 2. Check the oil pressure switch.

Is the oil pressure switch OK?

YES

Go to step 3.

NO

Replace the oil pressure switch .

3. Open wire check (OIL PRESS SW line):

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- 1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

- 2. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.

NOTE: This step must be done to protect the PCM from damage.

- 3. Disconnect the following connectors.

PCM connector C (51P)

Oil pressure switch 1P connector

- 4. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode

PCM connector C (51P): disconnected
Oil pressure switch 1P connector: disconnected
Test point 1 PCM connector C (51P) No. 6
Test point 2 Oil pressure switch 1P connector No. 1

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Is there continuity?

YES

Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software , or substitute a known-good PCM , then
recheck. If the PCM was substituted, and the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original PCM .

NO

Repair an open in the OIL PRESS SW wire between the oil pressure switch and the PCM.

ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING - LOW OIL PRESSURE

INDICATOR STAYS ON

1. Input signal test:

- 1. Connect the HDS to the DLC .

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- 2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

- 3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not communicate, go to the DLC
circuit troubleshooting .

- 4. Check for DTCs - Refer to: How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems, or How to
Troubleshoot the CVT System (CVT) . If a DTC is present, diagnose, and repair the cause before
continuing with this test.

- 5. Start the engine, and check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.

Threshold Current conditions

Signal
Values Unit Values Unit
OIL PRESSURE SWITCH OFF Â Â Â

Do the current condition(s) match the threshold?

YES

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Replace the gauge control module .

NO

Go to step 2.

2. Oil pressure switch test:

- 1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

- 2. Check the oil pressure switch.

Is the oil pressure switch OK?

YES

Go to step 3.

NO

Do the oil pressure test. If the oil pressure is OK, replace the oil pressure switch .

3. Shorted wire check (OIL PRESS SW line):

- 1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

- 2. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.

NOTE: This step must be done to protect the PCM from damage.

- 3. Disconnect the following connectors.

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PCM connector C (51P)

Oil pressure switch 1P connector

- 4. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode

PCM connector C (51P): disconnected
Oil pressure switch 1P connector: disconnected
Test point 1 Oil pressure switch 1P connector No. 1
Test point 2 Body ground

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Is there continuity?

YES

Repair a short to ground in the OIL PRESS SW wire between the oil pressure switch and the PCM.

NO

Update the PCM if it does not have the latest software , or substitute a known-good PCM , then
recheck. If the PCM was substituted, and the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original PCM .

ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Excessive engine oil 1. Check for oil leaks. Check the maintenance
consumption records as engine oil
2. Check for worn valve guide(s); or
that is worn out burns
worn valve seal(s) .
off at a higher rate
3. Check for a damaged or worn piston
ring(s) .
4. Check for damaged or worn engine
internal parts (cylinder wall, pistons,
etc.)

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Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Low oil pressure indicator does
not come on with the vehicle in
the ON mode
1. Do the low oil pressure indicator does An open in the wire
not come on with the vehicle in the ON between the PCM and
mode procedure - Refer to: Engine the oil pressure switch
Lubrication System Symptom
Troubleshooting - Low oil pressure
indicator stays on, or Engine
Lubrication System Symptom
Troubleshooting - Low Oil Pressure
Indicator does not come on with the
vehicle in the ON mode.
2. Test the oil pressure switch.

Low oil pressure indicator stays 1. Check the engine oil level. A wire shorted to
on ground between the
2. Do the low oil pressure indicator stays
PCM and the oil
on procedure - Refer to: Engine
pressure switch

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Lubrication System Symptom
Troubleshooting - Low oil pressure
indicator stays on, or Engine
Lubrication System Symptom
Troubleshooting - Low Oil Pressure
Indicator does not come on with the
vehicle in the ON mode.

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
ENGINE LUBRICATION CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

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Fig. 2: Engine Lubrication Circuit Diagram
Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

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