Jazz I GD · 2002–2008

Honda Jazz 1.2 i-DSI Jazz I GD · 78 hp (2002 to 2008)

The Honda Jazz 1.2 i-DSI of the Jazz I GD generation uses the L12A 1.2 petrol engine with 78 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 78 PS / 57 kW
Displacement: 1 246 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: L12A 1.2
Period covered: 2002–2008
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

78 hp (57 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2002 to 2008.

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In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation.

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

20 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC / ACEA C2/C3 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Honda Jazz 1.2 i-DSI Jazz I GD?

The L12A 1.2 petrol engine (1 246 cc), 78 hp (57 kW).

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Which oil for the Honda Jazz 1.2 i-DSI?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the L12A 1.2 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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