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Honda Jazz Mk2 2008-2015 / Re: 2014 Jazz Purchase Advice
« Last post by TnTkr on January 15, 2026, 01:14:07 PM »So what keeps you from going to buy the one you have paid deposit?
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Rs Badge
« Last post by Fclarke on January 15, 2026, 12:51:26 PM »I got it today and was going to put it on with 3m tape but the problem is I'm not entirely sure there's even anywhere on the back of the badge to put it. It didn't come with any back plate. Here is a picture of the back of the badge. Any ideas where to stick the tape
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Honda Jazz Mk3 2015-2020 / Re: Multiple warning lights and transmission sign blinking
« Last post by ColinB on January 15, 2026, 12:42:26 PM »A rough & ready battery check is whether the stop/start is working. If it is, then it’s unlikely you have a battery problem. But if it isn’t, and the multi-function display shows a battery symbol, then that indicates the battery is not up to scratch. It’ll probably still start the car (and may continue to do so for months if not years), but it indicates the battery is past its best and you need to plan to change it.
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Honda Jazz Mk2 2008-2015 / Re: 2014 Jazz Purchase Advice
« Last post by Jazzy on January 15, 2026, 12:24:15 PM »How did you get the imports? I don't know enough to be confident in any of that.
In the 2009's I viewed I've never seen any rust around the petrol cap. Mine only had specks of rust where the door edge had chipped and hadn't been touched up with paint pen quick enough and break discs obv get v rusty in our climate.
The 2014 I put deposit on has no signs of rust anywhere; wheel arches etc look surprisingly clean and new.
I'm always after manual not CVT.
In the 2009's I viewed I've never seen any rust around the petrol cap. Mine only had specks of rust where the door edge had chipped and hadn't been touched up with paint pen quick enough and break discs obv get v rusty in our climate.
The 2014 I put deposit on has no signs of rust anywhere; wheel arches etc look surprisingly clean and new.
I'm always after manual not CVT.
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Honda Jazz Mk2 2008-2015 / Re: 2014 Jazz Purchase Advice
« Last post by Keekster71 on January 15, 2026, 12:05:13 PM »I'm a fan of the mk2 or GE model as its officially called. I have 3 imports, or Fits as the Japanese call them. They are all petrol models (not hybrids), two 1.3 models and a 1.5l "RS" model. They are all CVT gearboxes. Very happy with them. I prefer the design over the mk3. The mk3 also has the annoying tyre monitoring system which seems to cause a lot of problems. The biggest challenge of finding a mk2 is rust. They have a bad habit of rusting around the petrol flap, the end of the sill and the wheel arch lip. The mk3 got a wheel arch liner so dont rust as bad here. That was the reason I bought an MK2 import, i.e. no rust issues. Insurance isn't really a problem, for the basic models (1.3l) but for the RS I used an insurance broker (Sterling). Cost was comparable to UK models, but I am over 50! Parts are not a problem for the RS, its pretty much identical to the UK car. The 1.3l has smaller brakes, so I had to track down the correct part numbers for replacements, but I solved that problem. Only other problems I had were one starter motor (same as UK model), and one door lock actuator. I replaced it with a chinese copy (via Amazon). Its actually possible to repair the old lock with a new motor from china (very cheap!), so I rebuilt the old one and put it back on the shelf. The lock is also different to the UK model, but it was easy to get the parts online.
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Honda Jazz Mk3 2015-2020 / Re: Multiple warning lights and transmission sign blinking
« Last post by Lord Voltermore on January 15, 2026, 11:36:50 AM »30 years ago it was very unlilkly a battery would last 10 years. Then with improved batteries and the fact modern ECU controlled engines tend to start efficiently 10+ years was not uncommon . In recent years cars have so many electrical systems and computer systems running 24/7, stop start systems etc batteries are struggling again.
Disconnecting the battery is a like switching a computer off and on again. It reboots the cars computer controlled clever tricks.
You might be able to tell if the battery is original from its brand. If its a make you have never heard of its more likely to be original than well known european replacments such as Bosch etc . (But some Japanese brands such as Yuasa are sold in the UK)
Having the battery diagnosed and, if necessary, replaced by a reputable Battery specialist might be a cheaper option than paying main dealer price.
If you typically only do short journeys starting the car might take more charge out of the battery than gets replaced by the alternator during the short drive. Even a new battery may struggle to cope with repeated short trips,especially in the winter when there is extra demand from lights, heater etc plus batteries are not at the most efficent in cold weather. If this applies to you consider occasionally trickle charging the battery with a smart charger. Or if the car has no access to mains electricity make sure it regularly gets a decent long run to help charge the battery. . There may be other options that would help such as solar charger.
Disconnecting the battery is a like switching a computer off and on again. It reboots the cars computer controlled clever tricks.
You might be able to tell if the battery is original from its brand. If its a make you have never heard of its more likely to be original than well known european replacments such as Bosch etc . (But some Japanese brands such as Yuasa are sold in the UK)
Having the battery diagnosed and, if necessary, replaced by a reputable Battery specialist might be a cheaper option than paying main dealer price.
If you typically only do short journeys starting the car might take more charge out of the battery than gets replaced by the alternator during the short drive. Even a new battery may struggle to cope with repeated short trips,especially in the winter when there is extra demand from lights, heater etc plus batteries are not at the most efficent in cold weather. If this applies to you consider occasionally trickle charging the battery with a smart charger. Or if the car has no access to mains electricity make sure it regularly gets a decent long run to help charge the battery. . There may be other options that would help such as solar charger.
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Brake Hold..
« Last post by Lord Voltermore on January 15, 2026, 11:11:20 AM »Some things such as Brake Hold and traction control the driver really should be aware whether or not they are using it. Brake Hold can dazzle other drivers, especially at night, or if its raining. It can have other unexpected actions such as cancelling (and applying the handbrake) if the stop is too long. If its on by default the driver may never know whats going on. Its no great loss if a temporary driver has to do without it for a short trip. 
(Traction can actually be better in some circumstances if you switch traction control off. You, or a temporary driver ,may never be in a situation where this knowledge might save you from being stuck,or stranded. )
I would never let someone drive my car for the first time without some sort of briefing on how the steering ,brakes etc might interact unexpectedly in some situations. And how to work the electric handbrake and how it could be used to stop the car in an emergency. (even by the front passenger) This could include the use of brake hold switch.Which as Jazzik says is no great hardship to apply.
I didnt get much of a briefing from the dealership, but once you adapt to the inevitable differences of driving any strange car the mk4 is quite easy to drive without needing to know all of its clever tricks straight away. But eventually you will encounter RDMS steering interventions etc, which may initially startle the driver . (Especially if they are driving your car 'like they stole it'
) Its always helpful to take the time to learn more . Some drivers may seldom need to use ACC, lane keeping assist , heated seats, sat nav, phone connections, infotainment etc.etc And might never bother to learn. Their choice, sometimes their loss.
Some things such as ABS brakes, brake assist, hill start assist are there in the background ,with positive benefits and no negative affect on normal driving even if you are not aware of them . Except maybe when you again drive a less capable car
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(Traction can actually be better in some circumstances if you switch traction control off. You, or a temporary driver ,may never be in a situation where this knowledge might save you from being stuck,or stranded. )
I would never let someone drive my car for the first time without some sort of briefing on how the steering ,brakes etc might interact unexpectedly in some situations. And how to work the electric handbrake and how it could be used to stop the car in an emergency. (even by the front passenger) This could include the use of brake hold switch.Which as Jazzik says is no great hardship to apply.
I didnt get much of a briefing from the dealership, but once you adapt to the inevitable differences of driving any strange car the mk4 is quite easy to drive without needing to know all of its clever tricks straight away. But eventually you will encounter RDMS steering interventions etc, which may initially startle the driver . (Especially if they are driving your car 'like they stole it'
) Its always helpful to take the time to learn more . Some drivers may seldom need to use ACC, lane keeping assist , heated seats, sat nav, phone connections, infotainment etc.etc And might never bother to learn. Their choice, sometimes their loss. Some things such as ABS brakes, brake assist, hill start assist are there in the background ,with positive benefits and no negative affect on normal driving even if you are not aware of them . Except maybe when you again drive a less capable car
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Honda Jazz Mk2 2008-2015 / Re: 2014 Jazz Purchase Advice
« Last post by Jazzy on January 15, 2026, 11:00:13 AM »My current Jazz is not allowed back on the road. Cat B write off. It was parked on my driveway and delivery driver left his van in gear, no handbrake; it rolled down hill, writing off mine and my neighbour's car. I'm a bit heartbroken but like I said, I didn't know to have it serviced in the 7 yrs I had it! So maybe it was due something now (bigger to go wrong)....and I have the opportunity to find something new and start with less mileage again. I still hope the 2014 one I put deposit on should be a good buy??
I never had any children in the back to fiddle with the windows. So I do think the electrics went but can't check it now as the car was taken away. I've seen photos from some weeks back and it's been made completely muddy in the interior and left to rust. :'(
As far as I understand low end torque is nice for me...as I do shorter infrequent drives in country lanes.....barely ever longer trips or motorway driving. I don't drive like a slug but also don't need to speed around! I learnt how to get the most out of the 2009 1.4 in terms of driving, in all scenarios. I noticed no driving performance difference in the 2009 1.2 I test drove....but it had major damp issues and no boot space for space saver wheel.
I never had any children in the back to fiddle with the windows. So I do think the electrics went but can't check it now as the car was taken away. I've seen photos from some weeks back and it's been made completely muddy in the interior and left to rust. :'(
As far as I understand low end torque is nice for me...as I do shorter infrequent drives in country lanes.....barely ever longer trips or motorway driving. I don't drive like a slug but also don't need to speed around! I learnt how to get the most out of the 2009 1.4 in terms of driving, in all scenarios. I noticed no driving performance difference in the 2009 1.2 I test drove....but it had major damp issues and no boot space for space saver wheel.
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Honda Jazz Mk2 2008-2015 / Re: 2014 Jazz Purchase Advice
« Last post by TnTkr on January 15, 2026, 10:09:53 AM »Mk3 1.3-liter engine is using so called Atkinson cycle up to about 3000 rpm. This is of course to achieve better fuel efficiency, but as a consequence it provides noticesbly less low-end torque than in Mk2.
I would keep looking good Mk2 or even rather keep your current 2009 Jazz.
I would keep looking good Mk2 or even rather keep your current 2009 Jazz.
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Honda Jazz Mk4 2020 - / Re: Suggestions for improvements
« Last post by Tombola on January 15, 2026, 09:47:07 AM »Yes John but it doesn't apply the EPB automatically when the car is put in park, it only applies the EPB when the car is shut downOne thing I would consider an improvement is when parking up and P is selected it would be good if the EPB automatically engaged, my Toyota Yaris X did this and was much better than the Jazz, I know of the setting where the EPB auto engages but that is only when the car is shut down
Seen elsewhere that how to activate / deactivate the automatic parking brake feature is on page 498 of the 2022 manual.
