2012 Honda Insight BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Enable Conditions

Condition Minimum Maximum
Drive pulley speed 600 rpm -
Vehicle speed 9 mph (14 km/h) -
Throttle position 5.3 Β° -
Shift lever position(1) D, S, L, R
Shift lever position(2) D, S, R
No active DTCs set (prevents monitor from running) P0501, P0502, P0705, P0716, P0717, P0721, P0722, P0746, P0777, P0780, P0796, P0962, P0963, P0966, P0967, P0970, P0971, P1898, P1899
(1) Six-position transmission
(2) Five-position transmission
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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