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The 2019 Honda Civic Type R is a high-performance passenger car featuring a 2.0L turbocharged K20C1 engine with 306 hp. It has a 6-speed manual transmission and an in-line 4-cylinder configuration. Built in Swindon, UK, this hatchback offers advanced safety with airbags in the 1st row and curtain airbags in all rows. The vehicle supports a stoichiometric gasoline direct injection system and is equipped with a dual overhead cam (DOHC) valve train.

Decoded VIN:

Make

HONDA

Manufacturer Name

HONDA OF THE U.K. MFG., LTD.

Model

Civic Type R

Model Year

2019

Plant City

SWINDON

Series

TOURING

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

UNITED KINGDOM (UK)

Plant State

WILTSHIRE

Body Class

Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Transmission Style

Manual/Standard

Transmission Speeds

Drive Type

4x2

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

2000.0

Displacement (CI)

122.04748818946

Displacement (L)

2.0

Engine Stroke Cycles

Engine Model

K20C1

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Valve Train Design

Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Engine Configuration

In-Line

Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type

Stoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)

Engine Brake (hp) From

306

Cooling Type

Water

Turbo

Yes

Engine Manufacturer

Honda

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Curtain Air Bag Locations

All Rows

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Most common problems:

Oil consumption

The K20C1 engine, like many high-performance engines, can consume more oil than average, especially under heavy driving conditions.

Turbocharger issues

The turbocharger in the K20C1 engine can sometimes face problems such as boost leaks, bearing wear, or wastegate issues.

Carbon buildup

Direct-injection engines like the K20C1 can suffer from carbon buildup on the intake valves, which can affect performance and fuel efficiency.

Cooling system problems

High-performance engines generate more heat, and the cooling system in the Civic Type R can be prone to issues such as radiator leaks or overheating.

Fuel injector problems

Over time, fuel injectors can become clogged or fail, leading to rough idling, misfires, or reduced performance.

Timing chain wear

The K20C1 engine uses a timing chain, which can stretch or wear out over time, potentially leading to timing issues.

Engine mount wear

The high torque and performance of the K20C1 can cause faster wear on engine mounts, leading to increased vibrations and noise.

Misfires

Issues such as faulty spark plugs, ignition coils, or fuel delivery problems can lead to engine misfires.

Head gasket failure

Although less common, high-performance driving can lead to head gasket failures, causing coolant leaks or overheating.

Sensor failures

Sensors such as the oxygen sensor, MAF sensor, or knock sensor can fail, leading to various engine performance issues.

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