Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0420 Is Stored

03-031

October 11, 2011

Applies To:
2003 Element with M/T - From VIN 5J6YH1...3L000001 thru 5J0YH1...3L009732

2003 Element: MIL Comes On With DTC P0420

(Supersedes 03-031, dated July 23, 2011, to update the information marked by black bars and asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, a flat rate time was changed.*

SYMPTOM

The MIL is on and DTC P0420 (catalyst system efficiency below threshold) is set.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Specific driving conditions may cause the ECM/PCM to incorrectly interpret sensor inputs, setting DTC P0420.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the ECM/PCM software.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION





The normal warranty applies.

Failed Part: P/N 37820-PZD-A02

Defect Code: 072

Contention Code: B03

Skill Level: Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Use the HDS to clear DTC P0420.

2. Make sure you have the iN CD (June '03 or later) loaded into your iN master terminal. If not, load the CD using the instructions that come with it.

3. Update the ECM/PCM software with the Honda Interface Module (HIM). Refer to S/B 01-023, Using the Honda Interface Module to Update Control Units/Modules.





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