2004 Honda Civic (ES) — Repair Solution

1.7L D17A2 4cyl 16v SOHC VTEC MPFI Petrol Auto · Check Engine Light / MIL - On · Engine

Honda Civic (ES) Check Engine Light / MIL - On Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Honda
Model: Civic (ES)
Year: 2004
Engine: 1.7L D17A2 4cyl 16v SOHC VTEC MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 174,000
Area: Engine
Category: Check Engine Light / MIL - On

Customer Complaint

Engine warning light is on. The customer has already replaced the oxygen sensor.

Problem Summary

The engine light returns shortly after clearing the fault code. The vehicle drives normally, but the fault reappears within 1-2 minutes of clearing. Live data shows the Lean Air Fuel (LAF) sensor heater turning off at the same moment the engine light illuminates.

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Quick Facts

CodeHONES04116
Vehicle2004 Honda Civic (ES)
Engine1.7L D17A2 4cyl 16v SOHC VTEC MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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