Recall - Ignition Switch Replacement: Overview
02-031September 24, 2002
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Safety Recall:
Ignition Switch
(Supersedes 02-031, dated September 17, 2002)
Updated information is shown by black bars and asterisks.
BACKGROUND
Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear prematurely due to high electrical current passing through the switch. Worn out ignition contacts could cause the engine to stall without warning. Although the engine will restart in most cases, a vehicle that stalls while driving increases the risk of a crash.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
^ 1997 Accord (L4)
^ 1995-99 Accord (L4 and V6)
^ 1995-00 Civic
^ 1997-99 CR-V
^ 1997-00 Odyssey
^ 1997-99 Prelude
Not every vehicle in the years and models listed above is affected by this campaign. Before beginning work, verify that the vehicle is eligible by checking at least one of the following.
^ The customer has a notification letter.
^ The vehicle is shown on your campaign responsibility report.
^ The vehicle is shown as eligible on a DCS or iN (Interactive Network) VIN Status Inquiry.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign. An example of the customer notification is at the end of this service bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the electrical (ignition) switch.
NOTE:
Reinstalling aftermarket parts (security Systems, alarms, audio systems, etc.) connected to the ignition wiring is not covered under this campaign. If a customer wants a non-Honda part reinstalled, the shop that installed the part (or the customer) must do the work and assume liability. In addition, the customer is responsible for all costs associated with the non-Honda part and its installation. If you have any questions about this, please contact your District Service Manager.
PARTS INFORMATION
TOOL INFORMATION
* Terminal Pin Tool: P/N 07JAZ-002020A, H/C 3057749
(part of Terminal Pin Tool Set,
P/N 07JAZ-002000A, H/C 3057715) *
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number: 725108
Failed Part: P/N 35130-554-A01
H/C 5435455
Defect Code: 5B0 (the "0" is a zero)
Contention Code: L55
Skill Level: Repair Technician
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