Honda CR-Z:  Brake Pedal Going to Floor Diagnosis

The single most important safety feature in your Honda CR-Z is a good set of brakes.  If your brake pedal is going to the floor, it indicates that there is a serious problem in the braking system.  When the pedal goes to the floor, it’s usually caused by a bad master cylinder, leaking brakes, bad … Read more

Honda CR-Z Shifting Hard: Causes + Diagnosis

One of the most common automatic transmission problems is shifting hard.  If your Honda CR-Z has a hard shifting transmission, it can be uncomfortable to drive and a sign of serious problems. If your car’s transmission is shifting hard, it can cause a harsh ride and lead to potential damage over time. Numerous factors can … Read more

Honda CR-Z:  Warped Rotors → Symptoms & Causes

  Rotors are metal discs that are visible behind the CR-Z’s wheel. They work together with the calipers and brake pads to slow down your Honda CR-Z. Due to braking friction, rotors have to withstand and dissipate a tremendous amount of heat. This causes the rotor surface to be uneven making the brake pedal feel … Read more

Honda CR-Z: Bad Motor Mount → Symptoms + Diagnosis

While your Honda CR-Z’s engine mounts can last the life of the entire vehicle, it is possible that they will go bad.  Vibration and a clunking sound are the two most noticeable symptoms when driving the vehicle.  There are plenty of visible signs as well. Engine mounts connect the engine to the frame of the … Read more

Honda CR-Z:  Bad ECM → Symptoms + Diagnosis

Your Honda CR-Z’s ECM (Engine Control Module) is its brain.  Just like a human’s brain, your CR-Z can’t function without it. It is sometimes referred to as the ECU or PCM.  It’s all the same thing. The ECM controls and directs your entire drivetrain (unless there is a serrate transmission controller). When an ECM starts … Read more

Honda CR-Z P0354:  Coil Pack “D” Malfunctioning – Diagnosis

P0354 is a generic OBD2 code that indicates that ignition coil “D” has an issue with the primary or secondary wiring circuits.  If your Honda CR-Z has thrown this code, it may be accompanied by P0304.  P0354 is a relatively straightforward diagnosis and is typically caused by a bad coil pack or wiring harness issue, … Read more

Honda CR-Z P0353 Diagnosis

P0353 is a generic OBD2 code that indicates that ignition coil “C” has an issue with the primary or secondary wiring circuits.  It has the same meaning for the Honda CR-Z as it would any other vehicle.  It is typically caused by a bad coil pack or wiring harness issue, although there can be caused … Read more