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2001 Honda Civic
Vibration When Braking Due to Rotor Problem
The front brake rotors can warp and cause a vibration when braking. The rotors will need to be machined or in cases where they are worn to thin, replaced to correct this issue.
Vibration, Roughness, and Rattle Due to Damaged Engine Mounts
Damaged engine mounts can lead to vibration and roughness felt in the steering wheel. A rattle in the dash and engine area may also be heard. Replacement of damaged mounts will commonly correct these issues.
Plugged Moon Roof Drains May Cause Water Leak
Plugged moon roof drains can cause a water leak inside the car, usually over the head of the driver or passengers head when turning a corner. Cleaning the drains will fix this problem.
Front Compliance Bushings May Crack
Front compliance bushings may crack and break. Damaged bushing should be replaced before damaged is done to suspension components.
Check Engine Light Due to Moisture Freezing in MAP Sensor
On certain models in colder climates the Check Engine light can set due to moisture in the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor freezing. The MAP sensor needs to be replaced and on some models the intake manifold needs replacing also.
Front Struts May Leak Oil
A fluid leak may develop from one or both front suspension struts. Replacing the struts (usually in pairs) will be necessary to take care of the problem.
Rear trailing arm bushings crack/break and need replacement
Sunroof May Squeak
On vehicles that have a sunroof, squeaking can occur. Special anti squeak tape should be applied to stop the noise.
Drivers seat bushings can wear out
The Air Cleaner Housing May Crack
The air cleaner case is prone to cracking. This can make it difficult to remove the screws securing the cover, making it difficult to replace the air filter. Replacing the case is often necessary to address this issue.
Worn Front Bushing on Rear Lower Control Arm Can Cause Noise
A worn (front) bushing on the rear lower control arm can cause a noise when going over bumps. Replacing the worn bushing should stop the noise.
Clicking Noise From Manual Transmission When Turning Right
Certain manual transmissions can cause a clicking noise when turning right due to a reverse gear contacting other gears in the transmission. The transmission needs to be disassembled and new updated gears installed to stop the noise.
Engine rear main oil seal may leak
Software update for coolant temperature issue
Software update to correct stalling issue
Check Engine Light due to vacuum leak in EGR tube
On some engines a sticking variable valve timing valve can cause the Check Engine light (MIL) to illuminate. Replacing the valve and a software update will address this issue.
Check engine light on due to excessive second clutch wear
Power Window Switch May Fail
On Certain models a faulty power window switch can cause the power windows to work or not work intermittently.
Check engine light on due to slow responding two way bypass valve
Shudder, judder, and noise due to worn start clutch
CVT models (HX and GX) have a shudder, judder, and noise due to a worn start clutch in the transmission. Replacing the start clutch is needed to address this issue.