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Engine wrongly designed

Honda Fit 2006
The car's engine is wrongly designed, as the air admission entrance is located in a dangerous place, only a 20-25 cm distance to the ground. This can cause several damages to the vehicle when driving along roads lightly flooded.
anonymous user from United States 9 years ago
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davy from United States 9 years ago
That is not true. My Fit has its air entrance at the hood's level.
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Engine turning off when on D gear

Honda Fit 2007 Honda fit L13  158849 miles
When key is turned on while on packing the car is showing D gear along with P on dashboard. And when engine starts on D the car engine turn off itself.
[email protected] from other 3 months ago  
MW

Engine problem,no revs no power

Honda Fit 2006  25000 miles
I changed my Honda fit L13A engine and put the ex Japanese engine for replacement at first I drive it smoothly and the speed goes up to 120km/he it suddenly draged down the speed,now when engaging to drive it shows no power now I can't rev it,wats the problem.
Engineer from other a year ago  
EN
5 reports 

Engine Cuts Out

Honda Fit 2007  195000 miles
Whilst driving the engine will cut out for a short period and then restart on its own.
Jamsdoc from Canada 6 years ago  
JA
4 reports 

Jerks when starting SolvedSolved

Honda Fit 2006  160000 miles
Hello, my automatic Honda Fit 2006 started failing and it seems to be a standard vehicle. This is because, when starting the engine, speeds do not enter properly and I need to introduce first gear and then return it to direct. A mechanic told me it was a CVT transmission failure, which cannot be repaired. Is there any other option? Has anyone had this problem? How did you solve it? Thanks.
maisie from United States 9 years ago  
MA
9 reports 
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Best answer (according to maisie)
Tranquilla from United States 9 years ago
Hi, everything can be solved. Before anything is done to the automatic transmission, take the vehicle to an Honda certified workshop, scan it and ask them to check it personally. On the other hand, CVT boxes can be repaired and even its parts can be found individually.
Jayden from other a year ago
My honda fit ge6 2008 model is not accelerating over 40km/h what might be the cause
Nelz from other 6 months ago
@JaydenHie, did you manage to solve the problem, if yu did, please help app me on +263714768925
Rue from other 5 months ago
@JaydenHi Jay l have the same problem did you manage to get help
Kudzai from other 3 months ago
@Rue@Rue did you manage to get any help. Facing same problem
maisie from United States 9 years ago
Thank you, Tranquilla, that's what I did. I took it to an Honda agency and the problem was in the spark plugs, there were some that were burnt. They were replaced and the car is now working without any failures. Thank you for your response.
Niwa from other a year ago
My automatic Honda fit Aria is jerking when shifting to gear one and at a low speed... And it accelerates better at higher speed.
I have replaced new plugs, fuel pump, braking pads but there is no improvement.
What could be the problem?
Goabaone motsatsi from South Africa 6 months ago
My Honda fit L13 engine Lucian power when I accelerate 2003 model
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Jerks at high speeds

Honda Fit 2001  97000 miles
I have an automatic Honda Fit 1.3 and some weeks ago some jerks started appearing when driving the car at high speeds. The engine and gearbox oils are almost new, less than 300 miles. Why does this happen?
Andy63 from United States 9 years ago  
AN
4 reports 
Maria from United States 9 years ago
Change spark plugs and clean the eight coils as well. If the problem persists, there might be a damaged coil which needs to be changed.
Mike from United States 9 years ago
Hello, the same happened to me and it was a rear coil that was failing, as I disconnected them and the problem disappeared. You can try it yourself.
Dumsani from other 3 years ago
How is a coil on the honda fit?
Thato from South Africa 2 years ago
Honda fit jerking and lights blinking at night
pamoo from United Kingdom 2 years ago
Change the plugs (All 8) if you have iDSI model and the jerking will stop. Also put fuel injector cleaner. Problem solved.
Drew from other a year ago
Hello, I opened my Honda fit gearbox to replace a broken seal and replace CVT oil, now it has no drive even in gear front or reverse
Gonza R from Argentina a year ago
It seems you forgot something unplugged. Check all the transmission wires and connectors. Is there any warning light on in your dashboard?
Hamza from other 21 hours ago
I got the same issue a year back but I replaced the gear box with a complete new one and it solved my problem upto now. Am ok.
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Jerking and shuddering while idling

Honda Fit 2008 Hatchback 92000 miles
My 2008 Fit started to hesitate upon acceleration and jerk at 40 mph then again at 60 mph. Went to mechanic who changed spark plugs which were burnt. This problem was fixed but now the car idles rough and shudders or jerks at stop signs and seems as though it is about to cut off. Also shudders when backing up. What could now be wrong?
Tauketman from United States 6 years ago  
TA
3 reports 
Oliver from New Zealand 6 years ago
Spark plugs and flush tranmission and use oil made for hondas had same issueand stopped straight away will ve one of the two definatly
Royanking from Jamaica 2 years ago
I have a 2006 honda fit jazz l13 engine and when I stop at the foot of a hill and to drive off there is a vibration and the car us slow to move off what can I do to improve that
Chris from other 5 months ago
I have similar problem. Please help us with the solution
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Transmission fluid

Honda Fit 2004 1.3l hatchback auto 45360 miles
I'm in new Zealand and recently bought a Japanese import fit.
Stupid move. Yes it's fuel efficient but the transmission is a tad temperamental to put it politely
I didn't know this was a common fit issue before I bought the car
I asked the dealer if it had a transmission service prior to my purchasing it. They said yes. I then asked why the transmission fluid was a nice brown colour when freshly serviced transmission fluid should be red?
I also asked why the car made a horrible burning smell on long journeys. They said that was just the hot engine smell being wafted through the open window by the air outside.
I laughed at that.
So can someone please tell me what colour serviced transmission oil is supposed to be and why I have a burning smell on long distances?
BeckiM from New Zealand 8 years ago  
BE
5 reports 
stuwit from New Zealand 8 years ago
When changed properly it should be a clear red colour I'm assuming you checked the right dipstick????
PASON from other 6 years ago
I have a honda fit 1.33 sometimes the gears shit smoothly but sometimes can not exceed 45km per hour with high revs what could be the problem
Bobs from New Zealand 5 years ago
I had the same thing, dealers!! On the dipstick it should almost be clear. The plug is magnetic and will collect any metal particles in the sump.
I changed and then again in another 10, 000km. Since then every 40,000.
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Rear lights on SolvedSolved

Honda Fit 2006  85000 miles
Today, I found on the floor, right next to the pedals, some plastic pieces, but did not pay much attention to them. When I turned off the car, I noticed that the rear lamps remained on. The only way to turn them off is by removing the fuse from the box which is in the engine. What can I do to solve it?
Cissy from United States 8 years ago  
CI
1 report 
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Best answer (according to Cissy)
sylvester from United States 8 years ago
Your problem is an easy one. The plastic pieces you found belong to the brake, and it is there where the brake sensor is located. This sensor turns on and of the brake lights. In order to put it easily, you should start the engine, press the brake and there you will see the hole where it goes in the brake lever.
Robbie from New Zealand 5 years ago
My hazard button on the dash started flashing and making a noise while I was driving, why did it do this?
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Power failing once the engine checklight appears

Honda Fit 2002 Hatchback/ LA1.3 417131 miles
The honda fit gd1 starts well and moves but suddenly the engine check light appears and its iddling changes and power fails. Produces a craching sound and does not accelerate
Chris from other a year ago  
CH
4 reports 
Adam from other a year ago
I'm also having the same problem with my honda fit. Its starts okay the idling and raving okay but when i engage into a gear it starts to behave funny, it kind like vibrates idling lowers and does not rave at all
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Personal experience

Honda Fit 2008
This car is impecable! I bought it with 12000 miles and it has never presented a failure. I've serviced it at an Honda agency and at the right time. The best points about it are: its driving, braking, habitability, materials' quality and engine, among others. The only drawbacks I can mention are: absence of a temperature gauge and stability control. I certainly recommend this vehicle, you will not regret it.
anonymous user from United States 9 years ago
1 report 
sula from United States 9 years ago
I have recently bought my own Honda Fit, and I definitely agree with you. I personally believe there are some other little things missing: lateral airbags and a glove compartment light.
Buddles from Ireland 8 years ago
Ive had 2 Honda fits/Jazz never had any trouble. I love the easy drive, the economic fuel consumption and comfort.
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My car losses power while driving and after a certain distance

Honda Fit 2011 L13 295088 miles
My car suddenly losses power while driving normally after a certain distance and present check engine light on the dash board
[email protected] from other 3 months ago  
MO
3 reports 
Mxkt from other a month ago
Nas subidas perde força, e pior se estiver com o ar ligado..Na estrada com ar vc percebe q ele da aquela amarrada e depois deslancha..e assim se repete.
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Gearbox overheating

Honda Fit 2003 Hatch back  17000856 miles
When the gear box is hot the car doesn't pick the gear but when cool the gears change smoothly
Dodo from other 8 months ago  
DO
10 reports 

Gear boxes failing to drive on high gears on my honda fit

Honda Fit 2011 2.0l 250 miles
1 have bought an imported engine and gear box from Japan. The gearbox drove for only two days and it was no longer engaging on higher gears. I bought another recently imported gear box but it now have the same problem after 4 days
Mr Quality from other 9 months ago  
MR
4 reports 

Honda fit aria

Honda Fit 2005 hatchback  215000 miles
My honda fit aria 2005,1.3 Engine , jerks,hesitates to shift to another gear,delays at 🚥... Kindly help...
Nsama from other 9 months ago  
NS

My car is not exceeding 40km/h

Honda Fit 2008  139994 miles
My car is not accelerating over 40km/h and its not showing engine check light and its not flickering
Jayden from other a year ago  
JA
4 reports 

Power failing once the engine checklight appears

Honda Fit 2002 Hatchback/ LA1.3 417131 miles
The honda fit gd1 starts well and moves but suddenly the engine check light appears and its iddling changes and power fails. Produces a craching sound and does not accelerate
Chris from other a year ago  
CH
1 report 

Mirrors not working properly

Honda Fit 2014 hybrid 64 miles
I believe they should close when turning the engine off, but they aren't.
bella from New Zealand 2 years ago  
BE

Failing to accelerate and fuel consption after major service

Honda Fit 2009 hatchback 160000 miles
My car was serviced last week and after major service the engine light appeared AND the machine shows sensors i dont know which sensor exatly because when accellerating more than 60 the engine goes off
nchadi from other 5 years ago  
NC
1 report 
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