Excessive Shock When Starting Off

Excessive shock when starting off

Forward clutch assembly defective

Reverse brake defective

Reverse brake piston stuck, worn or damaged

Start clutch assembly defective

Start clutch end-plate clearance incorrect

Start clutch feed pipe damaged or out of round

CVTF pump worn, binding or foreign material in CVTF pump

Low CVTF level

CVTF deteriorated

Lower valve body assembly defective

CVT driven pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective

CVT drive pulley pressure control solenoid valve defective

CVT clutch pressure control solenoid valve defective

Solenoid wire harness worn or damaged

PCM defective

Start clutch control system not calibrated in PCM

Engine output low

IMA motor defective

Notes

Check the CVTF level CVT Fluid Level Check and condition, and check the CVTF cooler lines for leakage and loose connections. If necessary, replace the CVTF CVT Fluid Replacement, use genuine Honda CVTF.

Notes

Check for a stored DTC, and check for loose connectors.

Notes

Check the stall speed Stall Speed Test.

Notes

Calibrate the start clutch control system Testing and Inspection, and check the start clutch Testing and Inspection.

Notes

Check the lubrication pressure, the forward clutch pressure, and the reverse brake pressure CVT Pressure Test. If the pressure is low or there is no pressure, check the CVTF pump assembly, the CVTF pump drive chain, the CVTF pump drive/driven sprocket, and the CVTF feed pipes.

Notes

Inspect the clearance between the forward clutch end-plate and the top disc CVT Forward Clutch Clearance Inspection. If the clearance is out of tolerance, replace the forward clutch assembly.

Notes

Inspect the reverse brake piston and the O-rings. Check the spring retainer for wear and damage. Inspect the clearance between the brake end-plate and the top disc. If the clearance is out of tolerance, inspect the brake discs and plates for wear and damage. If the discs and plates are worn or damaged, replace them as a set. If they are OK, adjust the clearance with the brake end-plate.

Notes

Inspect the solenoid wire harness for open and short.

Notes

Check the lower valve body assembly for scoring and damage.