Why is the starter clutch on a Honda Jazz?
Specifically, the depleted additive package suddenly allowed the starter-motor clutch to remain engaged. Essentially, you had the transmission trying to drive the car and the starter clutch dragging at it, effectively trying to slow it down.
When did the Honda Jazz come out in the US?
The Jazz arrived in local showrooms in 2002 and was updated in 2004 and 2006 with extra equipment that kept it fresh. Despite its upright and boxy shape the Jazz had a cheeky appeal with its steeply sloping front, bright eyes and corporate Honda grille.
What kind of fuel economy does a Honda Jazz have?
One of the strengths of the Jazz is its fuel economy. Honda claimed the 1.3-litre would do 5.2 L/100 km on average with the manual gearbox, and 5.1 L/100 km when equipped with the CVT. With the 1.5-litre engine Honda claimed an average consumption of 5.6 L/100 km for the manual and 5.5 L/100 km for the CVT.
Why does my Honda Jazz keep breaking down?
These modern transmission are very particular about what fluid they use, especially with regard to the complex brew of additives that make up the fluid. Over time, the fluid in the affected Jazzes would start to break down as the additives became depleted, at which point, it wasn’t doing the complete job necessary.
Why does my Honda Jazz shudder when I start it?
… My 2005 Honda Jazz started to shudder from a standing start after 63,000 km. The dealer changed the transmission oil and rebooted the computer, which seems to have rectified the problem for now, but he advised the automatic fluid should be changed every 20,000 km.
What was the problem with the Honda Jazz?
The problem you refer to affected the very first Jazz models sold here up to 2008. Any car made after that date should not exhibit the same problem as Honda made running changes to fix it back in the day. The problem was actually traced back to the wrong transmission fluid being used in the CVT unit.
What to do if you have a gearbox problem on a Honda Jazz?
It’s a problem with the CVT transmission and one that Honda is aware of and has been rectifying. Take it back to your dealer and have them assess it. They might be able to fix it by changing the oil in the gearbox, but in some cases they have replaced gearboxes.
What kind of car is the Honda Jazz?
Hi we have a 2003 Jazz automatic (25000 miles, second car) which has been fully serviced by the Honda garage we purchased the car from (may 2003).