2000 Honda Civic: check engine light

Filed Jun 28, 2011 · Transmission · 132,000 miles · KS

My 2000 honda civic was recently repaired due to a minor fender bender with a curb. The transmission was replaced as part of these repairs with a transmission from a salvage yard. While driving this vehicle, the check engine light came on and after a diagnostics test, the code p0240 continued to show up after being reset numerous times. This light turns on about three miles of driving after being reset. After researching this code and the handful of causes of it to appear, it is possible that some vehicles will not even be running due to it. The transmission is not shifting correctly around 50-60mph with just a delayed shift. The research I have done shows this code may be removed by changing the tcc solenoid, transmission and oil filter, but in most cases; replacing the transmission.

Filed Nov 7, 2009 · Engine · 66,618 miles · MN

I had a check engine light indicating a bad catalytic converter on my 2000 honda civic. The cat was replaced under warranty by the dealer in march '08 only to have the exact same scenario repeated in july '08. Now I'm facing the same situation again. So in summary, the catalytic converter has now been replaced 3 times in a 20 month period. From all my research this is very rare. My suspicions are that the electronic control module (ECM) is defective and truly the root of the problem. However, I believe that the dealer has purposely avoided revealing the ECM as possible cause as it would be a costly repair for them as the ECM falls under epa emissions warranty..

Filed Jun 28, 2009 · Engine · 125,840 miles · TX

2000 honda civic dx-vp o2 sensor failed at 125,000 miles due to a cracked exhaust manifold at the sensor - no information as to how much earlier the crack might have occurred before the sensor was damaged. The sensor failure generates an error code and causes the check engine light to come on, and creates rough idling and stalling in traffic, creating serious safety issues. The vehicle will not pass the state emissions inspection in that condition. The only way to correct the issue is to replace the cracked exhaust manifold and catalytic converter assembly along with the o2 sensor. Honda was contacted and denies knowledge of any significant issues with cracked manifolds and sensor failures on 2000 honda civics and refuses to provide any assistance with repairs. It is well documented that the cracked manifold is a significant problem on civics on all model years from 1996 to 2003. Honda issued extended warranties on many of these model years that fails to provide any assistance to most owners, since the defect commonly appears outside of the extended warranty period. Honda and it's dealers are also being allowed to generate additional revenues from the sale of replacement manifolds and installation to correct the very defect that it created. This defect has not yet been corrected on my vehicle due to the expense involved ($1000) and the vehicle inspection not expiring until august. This is clearly a well documented defect for which honda should be held accountable. Honda should be required to make the repairs or provide some type of assistance or compensation to the owners for the repairs, which are necessary in order to pass state vehicle inspection and keep the vehicle operating legally, and to prevent serious safety issues from the stalls in traffic.

Filed Jan 21, 2009 · Engine · 131,580 miles · CA

Car has been running fine since I had purchased it as a secondhand vehicle. At 130,xxx miles, the check engine light came on, upon using a obd2 scanner, it was discovered that the primary oxygen sensor heater has malfunctioned. When the heat shield to the exhaust manifold was removed, a huge crack about 2 inches was found in the center of the manifold above the oxygen sensor.

Filed Aug 27, 2008 · Transmission · 116 miles · LA

I have a 2000 honda civic dx. My transmission gave me no warning it was about to go out. I bought it brand new with only 10 miles on it. It now has 116,000 miles on it. I kept up with the maintenance. While I was driving on top of a bridge the check engine light came on. Then about 5 miles down the road I stopped at a red light. When it turned green my transmission started slipping. I coasted to the entrance of a gas station. I was blocking traffic. I turned the car off. I waited 2 minutes turned the car back on. It went for about a mile then it started slipping again. I had it towed home. It's been parked ever since. I been having to find a ride to work and to do errands. I been told that it is out of warranty. That the costs would be over $2500.

Filed Jul 21, 2008 · Engine · NC

My engine needed more oil and the oil light did not come on in my car and the engine ended up getting burned out. The check engine light also did not come on.

Filed Sep 9, 2005 · Engine · 82,000 miles · CA

On monday morning, august 29th, I started my 2000 honda civic cx hatchback and the check engine light came on. This is the first time it had ever happened; the car has 82,000 miles on it. I called cush honda escondido and brought it in for service the same day. They later called me to tell me that their computer showed that the oxygen sensor needed to be replaced and the manifold on the catalytic converter was cracked and the entire unit needed to be replaced. The total cost was $1026. I consider needing a catalytic converter replaced at 82,000 miles to be unacceptable. I am aware of other honda owners who have had the same thing happen. I like having this item wear out to having a transmission or some other major component wear out. It has also been brought to my attention that the catalytic converter has an 80,000 warranty. How convenient!

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Engine · 27,000 miles · CA

While starting the vehicle, the check engine light came on and remained on while driving. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and the mechanic determined that the oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. *ak

Filed Mar 20, 2004 · Airbags, Electrical · 27,280 miles · CT · crash

Manual transmission jumps while driving also does not want to go into second gear. Makes wierd grinding sound while driving slow. Car shutters and shakes violently while in 5th gear in excess of 70 MPH. Car shuts off by its self( was told VIN not in sequence for ignition recall). Right front springs sticks and some times makes a ( " boing" ) sound. Car keeps pulling to right even after alignment. When heater or defroster are on they make a loud chirping sound. On cold or rainy days steam will pour out of engine compartment smelling like radiator fluid. Was in 2 minor accidents one front end colision one rear end colission both about 30 MPH and air bags did not deploy. Engine is becoming rusty and coroded. Drivers power window is slow to go up and front seat belts will not retract. Engine light comes on and car loses power and gas mielage. Goes offf when gas tank is filled. Car has been to dealer numerous times for honda scheduled service and also while it was under warranty. All the problems adressed above were told to dealer who said they could not find a problem..but they sure did when my warranty expired. Now they will not fix anyhting unless I pay for it.

Filed Feb 24, 2004 · Engine · 44,371 miles · CA

The check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the repair shop where it was determined that the oxygen sensor was inoperative and had to be replaced. Please provide any additional information. *nm

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Suspension · 23,812 miles · OH

Main problem is with the engine light coming on periodically and suspension noise in front and back. I have repeatedly taken the care into honda and they go through a multiple step process of denial and attempts to run out my warranty.

Filed Aug 27, 2003 · Engine · 15,600 miles · NJ

Honda civic 2000 model. Car only had 15600 miles when the problem started.une 25, 2003 - malfunction indicator light was on. Honda adjusted the valves.june 28, 2003 - malfunction indicator light was on. Honda replaced oxygen sensor.*ak july 3, 2003 - malfunction indicator light was on. Honda changed pressure regulator. July 21, 2003 - car stalled and engine died. Honda replaced fuel filter, fuel pump set, ignition coil, ignition control module. Aug 25, 2003 - car stalled, engine running but no acceleration (does not move), car makes clacking noise. Honda said they will change the fuel tank and fuel pump. Car is still at honda. My car has been to the dealers for the 5th time in less than 2 months. The down time is more than normal.