What engine is in Honda Jazz?
The Jazz has two engines to choose from, both Honda i-VTEC petrol units that need revving hard. While rivals are embracing torquey turbocharged small capacity petrol engines, the Honda Jazz makes do with naturally aspirated power.
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 transmission does a 2003 Honda Jazz have?
CVT transmission has continuosly shifting the gear and providing a very smooth acceleration like a subway train. 2003 model Jazz has better suspension than previous year models for improving riding quality but 185/55 sport tires on SE model are making those changes ineffective. Engine is very silent under 3000 rpm.
Do you have to use CVT-F oil on Honda Jazz?
You must use Honda CVT-F gearbox oil which may prove to be a problem if you do not have local Honda dealers. As Vic says – flush and refill with Honda CVT-F should cure it. The fluid should be changed every few years as part of the service schedule. Don’t be tempted to use average automatic transmission fluid, buy the Honda CVT-F fluid.
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.
CVT transmission has continuosly shifting the gear and providing a very smooth acceleration like a subway train. 2003 model Jazz has better suspension than previous year models for improving riding quality but 185/55 sport tires on SE model are making those changes ineffective. Engine is very silent under 3000 rpm.
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 CVT does Honda Jazz have?
I have 2005 1.4 sport CVT which is redeveloping judder at 66000 miles after EGR Oct 2007 (32000 miles), double oil flush August 2008 (38000 miles) & new Start Clutch May 2010 (50000 miles). Regularly serviced but not main dealer.
Are there any issues with the Honda Jazz?
(Read 48169 times) Automatic Gearbox Issues… I drive a 06 automatic Jazz. It has circa 60k miles on the clock and is currently due for its annual service. Until last year, this car has always been serviced at a main dealer and also had a gear box oil change.