Honda HR-V Power Steering Fluid Leak: Causes and Solutions

One of the most common problems that can happen with a vehicle over time is it’ll begin leaking power steering fluid. Without the power steering system, your HR-V would be very difficult to drive.  Most of the weight of the vehicle is absorbed by the power steering system, making it feel much lighter than it really … Read more

Honda HR-V Burning Smell: Causes + How to Fix

A burning smell is one of the most troublesome problems you can experience in a vehicle.  If your Honda HR-V has a burning smell, there are many potential causes.   Typically, the smell is caused by some type of fluid (oil, trans fluid, etc…) hitting the exhaust or other hot parts of the engine or … Read more

Honda HR-V:  Burning Oil Diagnosis

  The engine burning oil is one of the most common problems that a vehicle can encounter, particularly one with high mileage.  If your Honda HR-V is burning oil it is typically caused by piston rings or valve guides.     How Much Oil Consumption is Normal? Most auto manufacturers are hesitant to tell you … Read more

Honda HR-V P0463: Fuel Level Sensor Circuit → High Input

  P0463 is a moderately common OBDII trouble code that can occur in your Honda HR-V.  It indicates that the vehicles computer has detected an inaccurate fuel level reading.  It shouldn’t affect the drivability of your HR-V, but it can be inconvenient. Your HR-V will get the P0463 code when the signal coming from the … Read more

Honda HR-V: Backfiring Causes

  One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire.  It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it.  If your Honda HR-V is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so equipped). … Read more

Honda HR-V:  Oil in Coolant Diagnosis

If you’ve recently checked your Honda HR-V’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it.  Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, you’d … Read more

Honda HR-V:  Overheating → Symptoms + Causes

One of the worst problems that can happen to your Honda HR-V is overheating.  Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your HR-V is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine can lead … Read more

Honda HR-V: Window Won’t Go Up Diagnosis

Your Honda HR-V’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage.  If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem.  These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch.     Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes:  Honda HR-V … Read more

Honda HR-V:  Brake Fluid Leak Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Honda HR-V’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your HR-V.  A brake fluid leak is a serious problem.  It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more

Honda HR-V: Check Gas Cap Diagnosis

Your Honda HR-V‘s fuel cap is part of it’s emissions system.  It keeps fuel vapor from escaping out of the fuel filler neck.  The check fuel cap typically will appear if the fuel cap is bad, or if it has not been tightened all the way. What Your HR-V’s Gas Cap Does The HR-V’s gas … Read more