Car joins fleet. All usual AS rules broken - Cookie's adventures in shiteing

[Cookiesouwest]

Weird. Tonight the sensors started working again, after a long run.

Maybe rain is getting in. Forums seem to suggest that can be the problem.

Will probably replace all of them and ensure connections are water tight.

[High Jetter]

1 minute ago, Cookiesouwest said:

Weird. Tonight the sensors started working again, after a long run.

Maybe rain is getting in. Forums seem to suggest that can be the problem.

Will probably replace all of them and ensure connections are water tight.

Maybe let it dry out first? My ZTT's window switches don't like getting wet

[Snake Charmer]

11 hours ago, rantingYoof said:

An engine and 'box combo that'll be running about post-nuclear winter, along with XUDs, PDs and perhaps one or two of the better straight six BMW lumps.

OM648 seems to be missing off that list..... .😀

[Cookiesouwest]

So CRV was presented for MOT at 9am.

It seems as though you don't actually need a shock top mount to pass !

Garage now sorting the suspension and checking if the AWD system actually works.

 

[Cookiesouwest]

It also turns out that the shock bolt at the bottom was sheared.

Still passed mot though.

Gotta love a blind MOT tester

New shock and top mount fitted. Picking it up, later today.

[Sunny Jim]

Whilst this is good news I'd be a bit concerned about what else they might have missed.

[Tickman]

I'm assuming that the tester knew the shock mount and stuff was getting swapped before it went on the road.

Still wrong obviously but possibly why.

[Sunny Jim]

Ah, that probably makes more sense than my glass half full interpretation.

[Cookiesouwest]

I have now spoken to the mechanic.

Weirdly, when using the prybar to test the bushes and bottom of the shock, there was no play. None. Despite the bottom shock bolt being sheared.

This is why it passed the MOT, plus you can't see the top of the shock as its internal to the body.

So I was being a bit harsh, calling the MOT tester blind. I was surprised as the MOT garage is not noted for being kind.

My mechanic thinks its one of the weirdest things he's ever seen. Even though he knew why I had booked it in, he didn't believe me, until he started taking it all apart.

Also this is a 2wd CRV. Officially, rather than suspected.

Power is going to the rears, they are turning, until you apply any force. One finger can stop the rear wheel from turning.

So the inner workings of the diff (LSD ?) clearly knackered.

Oh well, its not like snow is forecast

Will have to use the RWD merc instead.

[Honey Badger]

Does the rear diff just need a fluid change, they don't like the fluid getting mixed with moisture from the breather.

https://www.coxmotorparts.co.uk/2007-2012-cr-v-oils-fluids/genuine-honda-cr-v-rear-differential-flushing-kit/?srsltid=AfmBOopa5mW7lA_4CRb071ITAPzlQDrfP-0hTnf_bzn-lqJuzHydOBfg

It's not an LSD it's a multi clutch system, the service kit above is for the later model but I believe that they have the same rear diff, cox's normally check for you if you order through them.

This is for the next model of CR-V but I believe your rear diff works the same way?

https://www.hcrv.net/system_description-1766.html

If the clutches are not engaging due to not sensing the front overspeeding that might be the reason why your mechanic can stop the rear wheel with one finger?

 

 

 

 

[Cookiesouwest]

27 minutes ago, Honey Badger said:

Does the rear diff just need a fluid change, they don't like the fluid getting mixed with moisture from the breather.

https://www.coxmotorparts.co.uk/2007-2012-cr-v-oils-fluids/genuine-honda-cr-v-rear-differential-flushing-kit/?srsltid=AfmBOopa5mW7lA_4CRb071ITAPzlQDrfP-0hTnf_bzn-lqJuzHydOBfg

It's not an LSD it's a multi clutch system, the service kit above is for the later model but I believe that they have the same rear diff, cox's normally check for you if you order through them.

This is for the next model of CR-V but I believe your rear diff works the same way?

https://www.hcrv.net/system_description-1766.html

If the clutches are not engaging due to not sensing the front overspeeding that might be the reason why your mechanic can stop the rear wheel with one finger?

 

 

 

 

In my ownership, I did change the fluid last year.

Of course, no idea if previous owners did. Suspect not.

I don't understand the inner workings of the diff, but the wheels do turn, so clutch must be engaging. But then wheels can be stopped easily. 

Maybe the clutches are slipping?

[Honey Badger]

If it's not sensing any speed difference between front and back wheels the clutch wont engage?

It's not a constant mesh 4WD so are the wheels turning through a small amount of mechanical drag, only noticeable when the wheels are jacked up?

This is from the link I posted earlier.

Dual Pump System (DPS) Operation

For non-slippery roads (no slipping): DPS not operating

When the front and rear wheel speeds are equal (no slipping) as in normal driving, the oil discharged in the front wheel and oil drawn in the rear pump are equal, so a hydraulic pressure that pushes the wet-type multi-clutch is not developed, and the rear wheels are not driven.

For slippery roads (with slipping): DPS operating

When the front wheel speed is more than the rear wheel speed such as in starting, acceleration, and driving on a slippery road surface, the amount of oil discharged by the front pump exceeds the oil drawn by the rear pump, thus producing hydraulic pressure that presses the wet-type multi-plate clutch, and transmits driving force to the rear wheels.

When the speed of the front wheels becomes even greater than the rear wheels, the torque limiter mechanism (relief valve) limits the hydraulic pressure that pushes the wet-type multi-plate clutch, and transmits only the necessary driving force to the rear wheels as needed by 4WD driving.

[2flags]

When you stop the rear wheel, are you applying pressure to one wheel or both? If only one wheel, then the rear diff will allow the other wheel to spin. The center diff/clutch will lock, sending power to the rear, but unless it has a limited slip or locking diff, that diff will be open.

[Spiny Norman]

The  best way to check if the rear wheels are cutting in when they should on a CRV is to get it on a wet road or wait till it snows and provoke the system into engaging while a willing accomplice watches from outside. It can take a second or so to kick in, it really is a temporary assist rather than a 4wd but with the right tyres they can be quite capable in snow.

[Cookiesouwest]

8 hours ago, 2flags said:

When you stop the rear wheel, are you applying pressure to one wheel or both? If only one wheel, then the rear diff will allow the other wheel to spin. The center diff/clutch will lock, sending power to the rear, but unless it has a limited slip or locking diff, that diff will be open.

He may have had help, but as far as I know, he was on his own, so would have only been stopping one wheel.

[Cookiesouwest]

9 hours ago, Honey Badger said:

If it's not sensing any speed difference between front and back wheels the clutch wont engage?

It's not a constant mesh 4WD so are the wheels turning through a small amount of mechanical drag, only noticeable when the wheels are jacked up?

This is from the link I posted earlier.

Dual Pump System (DPS) Operation

For non-slippery roads (no slipping): DPS not operating

When the front and rear wheel speeds are equal (no slipping) as in normal driving, the oil discharged in the front wheel and oil drawn in the rear pump are equal, so a hydraulic pressure that pushes the wet-type multi-clutch is not developed, and the rear wheels are not driven.

For slippery roads (with slipping): DPS operating

When the front wheel speed is more than the rear wheel speed such as in starting, acceleration, and driving on a slippery road surface, the amount of oil discharged by the front pump exceeds the oil drawn by the rear pump, thus producing hydraulic pressure that presses the wet-type multi-plate clutch, and transmits driving force to the rear wheels.

When the speed of the front wheels becomes even greater than the rear wheels, the torque limiter mechanism (relief valve) limits the hydraulic pressure that pushes the wet-type multi-plate clutch, and transmits only the necessary driving force to the rear wheels as needed by 4WD driving.

Thank you for this.

The test that was done, as explained to me, was car was put on a two poster. Started and then run in gear.

The rear wheels started to turn, so the system is sending power to the back, as it senses front wheel slip.

Then with rear wheels turning, he could stop the wheel easily.

What I don't know, is whether he had someone else stopping the other rear wheel.

The reason I asked for the test was that last time it snowed, (couple of years ago), the car failed to get up a moderate hill and just had front wheel spinning and traction control kicking in. No forward progress and the hill defeated me.

Following that I did get the diff oil changed. But had no opportunity to test, whether it made a difference.

I will wait for snow and take it out to see what happens. More in hope than expectation.

[Cookiesouwest]

Snow, Yeeeeessssss

Finally able to test if the rear wheels do anything.

Drove up to the Industrial Estate. Found a large deserted car park and gave it the beans in a tight circle.

No dramas. Some wheel spinning from the front, traction control flashing, but could not get it out if shape.

Took it for some spirited driving, traction control on and off, still no crashing or failure to make forward motion.

At times it felt like the car was pushing from the back, but that could just be my brain, wanting it to happen.

So I can't be sure, but I think it's 4wd maybe working.

If it keeps snowing, I will go out again to Jack and Jill hill - yes the one from the nursery ryme and send it, to see what happens.

 

[SiC]

How is the Merc getting along? Did the headlights ever self fix themselves or is it still throwing the warning?

Do you know about the REST button on the heating controls? My 330i has that too and it's the best thing ever in this cold weather. 

[Cookiesouwest]

1 minute ago, SiC said:

How is the Merc getting along? Did the headlights ever self fix themselves or is it still throwing the warning?

Do you know about the REST button on the heating controls? My 330i has that too and it's the best thing ever in this cold weather. 

The merc is still brilliant. I've still not sorted the lights. The parking sensors work sometimes (well most of the time). Does give a sense of excitement when parking, as I have no idea if they are giving correct distance info

It's got its MOT on Monday.

Plan is to get MOT'd, then when C service comes up, get it done along with auto fluid change at Merc Indepedent in Bristol.

When weather warms a bit, I can tinker with some improvements.

Also need to get the engine mounts done.

[Cookiesouwest]

The BFG has another year's motoring to look forward too.

 

I will get the advisories sorted, when it goes back in for engine mounts.

 

[andyberg]

13 minutes ago, Cookiesouwest said:

The BFG has another year's motoring to look forward too.

 

I will get the advisories sorted, when it goes back in for engine mounts.

 

Fantastic result chap. Easy peasy advisories too 👍

[Cookiesouwest]

Exhaust mount ordered from Mercedes - seems as though they are not stocked elsewhere.

BFG returning to garage on Monday, to have the clamp and a new shock sorted.

[Cookiesouwest]

BFG went in garage yesterday for its MOT advisories to be done.

New exhaust clamp and NSF shock.

Clearly BFG is in an ungrateful mood, as its throwing up 'Battery Protection warning', if she is left for a couple of days.

So I think the big battery is getting a bit end of life.

[andyberg]

7 minutes ago, Cookiesouwest said:

BFG went in garage yesterday for its MOT advisories to be done.

New exhaust clamp and NSF shock.

Clearly BFG is in an ungrateful mood, as its throwing up 'Battery Protection warning', if she is left for a couple of days.

So I think the big battery is getting a bit end of life.

I wonder who has a Halfords TRADE CARD???? Just saying like..........😉😉

[Snake Charmer]

My S211 did that Monday after being left since Friday night, battery was new April 2023. I do have glass breakage loop fault that may be not letting the car sleep properly and I hammer the defrost and heated seats in this weather, the heater booster in mine draws mega current on defrost with the aircon and I only do two 9 mile trips to and from work. 

[Cookiesouwest]

2 minutes ago, Snake Charmer said:

My S211 did that Monday after being left since Friday night, battery was new April 2023. I do have glass breakage loop fault that may be not letting the car sleep properly and I hammer the defrost and heated seats in this weather, the heater booster in mine draws mega current on defrost with the aircon and I only do two 9 mile trips to and from work. 

Hmmmm

It has been getting hammered in the cold weather.

Will see if it improves a bit when it warms up (the weather, not the car).

[Cookiesouwest]

Quick update

CRV had oil and coolant change yesterday. 226 quid, which I thought was a touch on the juicy side. Garage said it took 2 hrs to bleed, hence the higher bill.

BFG is throwing up the battery protection warning, on an almost daily basis now, so the time of digging deep into my pocket for one of them fancy stop start batteries, is drawing closer.

Little Cookie passed her test a couple of weeks ago. Was meant to get a car from her Dad, but now the task has fallen to me.

Being asked 10 times a day 'Have you found a car yet?', is getting bloody annoying.

[Cookiesouwest]

BFG has slightly disgraced herself this evening.

ABS / ESP warnings and EML on.

Can I find my Merc code reader? Can I fuck lol

I'm hoping it's either it not liking a weak battery ala LR products or a wheel sensor.

It's timing sucks. Meant to be heading to Hexham for a week on the 8th March. BFG is really comfortable for Mrs Cookie. The heated bum and back warmers, definitely help with her disability.

Won't get it in anywhere before then, unless very lucky.

Oh well, it's an excuse to buy another merc

 

[SiC]

2 hours ago, Cookiesouwest said:

Can I find my Merc code reader? Can I fuck lol

You didn't put it in the glove box or in a boot storage as somewhere sensible for it to stay with the car did you? 😀

[SiC]

If you can't find it, you're welcome around here to plug into my Foxwell NT680Pro for a scan. 

🤞 It's just a wheel speed sensor.