Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Honda Insight BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
CVT DTCS
CVT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| DTC P0501 | Range/Performance Problem in CVT Speed Sensor Circuit |
| DTC P0502 | Problem in CVT Speed Sensor Circuit |
| DTC P0705 | Short in Transmission Range Switch Circuit (Multiple Shift-position Input) |
| DTC P0706 | Open in Transmission Range Switch Circuit |
| DTC P0712 | CVTF Temperature Sensor (Short) |
| DTC P0713 | CVTF Temperature Sensor (Open) |
| DTC P0716 | Range/Performance Problem in CVT Input Shaft (Drive Pulley) Speed Sensor Circuit |
| DTC P0717 | Problem in CVT Input Shaft (Drive Pulley) Speed Sensor Circuit (No Signal Input) |
| DTC P0721 | Range/Performance Problem in CVT Output Shaft (Driven Pulley) Speed Sensor Circuit |
| DTC P0722 | Problem in CVT Output Shaft (Driven Pulley) Speed Sensor Circuit (No Signal Input) |
| DTC P0746 | CVT Drive Pulley Pressure Control Valve Stuck OFF |
| DTC P0777 | CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Control Valve Stuck ON |
| DTC P0796 | CVT Start Clutch Pressure Control Valve Stuck OFF |
| DTC P0842 | CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Sensor (Short) |
| DTC P0843 | CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Sensor (Open) |
| DTC P0962 | CVT Drive Pulley Pressure Control Valve Circuit Low Voltage |
| DTC P0963 | CVT Drive Pulley Pressure Control Valve Circuit High Voltage |
| DTC P0966 | CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Control Valve Circuit Low Voltage |
| DTC P0967 | CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Control Valve Circuit High Voltage |
| DTC P0970 | CVT Start Clutch Pressure Control Valve Circuit Low Voltage |
| DTC P0971 | CVT Start Clutch Pressure Control Valve Circuit High Voltage |
| DTC P1860 | Inhibitor Solenoid Circuit Low Voltage |
| DTC P1861 | Inhibitor Solenoid Circuit High Voltage |
| DTC P1890 | Problem in CVT Speed Control System |
| DTC P1891 | Problem in Start Clutch Control System |
| DTC P1898 | CVT Drive Pulley Pressure Control Valve Stuck ON or CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Control Valve Stuck OFF |
| DTC P0780 | Shift Error |
| DTC P1899 | CVT Drive Pulley Pressure Control Valve Stuck OFF or CVT Driven Pulley Pressure Control Valve Stuck ON |
| DTC P0780 | Shift Error |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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