A/T, Engine Controls - Update ECM When A/T Replaced

08-003

June 1, 2011

Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED

Update the PCM When Replacing the Transmission

(Supersedes 08-003, dated May 12, 2011, to revise the information marked by asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the operation number and the symptom code were changed.*

BACKGROUND

Repeatedly shifting between R and D at high wheel speed when stuck in snow can cause transmission damage. To help prevent this damage, update the PCM anytime you replace an A/T.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PGM-FI and the A/T systems of the PCM with the HDS (Honda Diagnostic System).





VEHICLES AFFECTED

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.

*Operation Number: 3805B1*

Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hour

Failed Part: P/N 37820-RNA-A65

Defect Code: 03214

*Symptom Code: 03202*

Template ID: 08-003A

Skill Level: Repair Technician

SOFTWARE INFORMATION

HDS Software Version:
2.012.013 (December 2007) or later

Control Module (CM) Update:
Database Update 27-NOV-2007 or later

NOTE:
To avoid an incorrect repair that would not be covered under warranty, use the software version listed above or a later version.





The updated PGM-FI software program IDs and P/Ns are shown below. If the HDS or MVCI is loaded with the latest software, and it displays No Update Needed during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Make sure the latest HDS software is loaded onto your iN master terminal.

2. Update both the PGM-FI and AT Systems of the PCM with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.

3. Connect the HDS to the vehicle's DLC (data link connector). Use the HDS to clear any body electrical codes that may have been set during the PCM update.

4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and then to ON (II). Use the HDS to see if any body electrical codes have returned.

^ If the codes have returned, do the appropriate troubleshooting procedure(s) in the 2006-2011 Civic Service Manual, then go to step 5.

^ If the codes do not return, go to step 5.

5. Do the idle learn procedure:

^ Make sure all electrical accessories (A/C, radio, lights, etc.) are off.

^ Start the engine, and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle twice).

^ Let the engine idle for 10 minutes.





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