Honda Multi Matic Transmission/CVT

DTC Troubleshooting (cont'd)

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DTC 43: Problem in Start Clutch System
  1. Check whether the indicator light indicates another code.

Does the indicator light indicate another code?

YES - Perform the Troubleshooting Flowchart for the indicated Code(s). Recheck for DTC 43 after troubleshooting.

NO - Go to step 2.

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect solenoid harness connector (8P).
  3. Start the engine and shift to position.
  4. Check whether the vehicle moves.

Does the vehicle move?

YES - Go to step 6.

NO - The start clutch is faulty, replace the transmission.

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Reconnect solenoid harness connector (8P).
  3. Start the engine and shift to position.
  4. Check whether the vehicle creeps and check the creeping speed.

Does the vehicle creep and is the creeping speed about 3 mph (5 km/h)?

YES - Go to step 10.

NO - Replace the lower valve body.

  1. Measure the stall speed (see page 14-315).

Is the stall speed over 3,500 rpm (min-1)?

YES - The start clutch is faulty, replace the transmission.

NO - Go to step 11.

  1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on), if necessary.
  1. Check whether the start clutch problem appears again.

Does the problem appears again?

YES - The start clutch is faulty, replace the transmission.

NO - The system is OK at this time.