Honda HR-V gearbox repair: our practical guide

The most common type of gearbox, however, is the manual gearbox, renowned for its reliability and solidity in Honda vehicles. Although designed to last the to last the life of the HR-Vhowever, it can happen that a fault affects the gearbox's performance. How can it be repaired? We tell you all about it in this article!

Preventing breakdowns: maintenance and good driving habits

Simple steps for daily gearbox maintenance

There are a number of simple steps you can take to extend the life of your Honda HR-V gearbox. HR-V GEARBOX. First and foremost, always use smooth movements when operating the clutch pedal or gearshift. Anticipate the road as much as possible to avoid unnecessary stress on the transmission system, and whenever possible, don't downshift by skipping a large number of gears.

Always opt for always shift into neutral at short stops, such as red lights or traffic jams, to take the strain off the clutch. Finally, don't let your hand rest rest on the gearshift lever while you're driving: although it may seem harmless, this gesture is enough to establish contact between the internal components of the transmission system.

If you're driving a car with a CVT, simply avoid engaging another gear (park or reverse) when the vehicle is not at a complete standstill, as this could damaging the transmission system.

Vigilance for signs of failure

A gearbox problem is usually accompanied by one or more warning signs. If you know how to identify them, and consult a the advice of a professional mechanicyou can prevent a malfunction from spreading to other parts of the transmission system.

Warning signs to watch out for include :

• Various noises (creaking, squeaking) that can occur when shifting gears in particular;
• Excessive vibrationsThe engine may be in neutral or at high speed;
• A skidding sensation on start-up ;
• The gearbox that downshifts without your intervention ;
• Resistance of the clutch pedal or gearshift;
• A general drop in performance performance;
• A smell of burning in the cabin;
• Oil leaks under the vehicle.

These last three points are particularly serious and should not be neglected: contact a garage immediately for a thorough overhaul of your Honda HR-V.

Gearbox repair in the garage

The most common faults

Most gearbox-related faults can be repaired in the garage, as they usually involve changing a wearing part or changing the gearbox oil. This oil ensures proper lubrication of the entire transmission system, but eventually becomes contaminated with metal particles and other residues over time. As its quality is compromised, it no longer performs its functions properly and becomes the source of malfunction..

If a gearbox oil change isn't enough to solve the problem, your mechanic may suggest a complete gearbox replacement. Buying a new gearbox offers the guarantee of qualitybut at a high price and with long delivery times. The second-hand market, on the other hand, should be avoided: you can't check what you're buying and it's a gamble.

Our solution for complex gearbox faults

We offer you a solution that is both economical and ecological ! With our standard exchange reconditioned gearboxes, you benefit from the quality of a new product, but at a price close to that of a used one. To give you peace of mind, your new gearbox will be fully cleaned and checked by our experts We'll take back your old gearbox on delivery, free of charge!

Contact one of our advisors to personalized support and let us guide you!