Honda Vezel: petrol CVT and hybrid DCT maintenance

The Vezel (2013–2021 in most Kenyan imports) comes as a 1.5 litre petrol with a CVT or a hybrid with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox (i-DCD). Find out which you have before booking a service.

Hybrid Vezel: the dual-clutch gearbox

• A slight jerk when pulling away slowly or in stop-start traffic is common. Honda issued software updates for this gearbox; a Honda specialist can check whether yours is up to date.
• Persistent harsh jerks, a burning smell or gearbox warning lights need diagnosis soon.
• Gearbox oil at the manual's interval.
• Keep the hybrid battery cooling intake clean; dusty vents make the battery run hot.

Petrol Vezel with CVT

• CVT fluid every 40,000 km with Honda's CVT fluid.
• Smooth acceleration helps the CVT last longer.

All Vezels

• Engine oil every 5,000–10,000 km depending on driving, with the grade in the manual.
• Air and cabin filters every 20,000 km.
• Four-wheel-drive versions: keep all four tyres matched.