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Interior - Gap Between R/H Air Bag And Dashboard

09-017

April 13, 2010

Applies To:
2008-10 Odyssey - ALL

Gap Between the Front Passenger's Airbag Lid and the Dashboard
(Supersedes 09-017, dated October 9, 2009, to revise the information marked by the asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

In Applies To, 2010 models were added.*

SYMPTOM

There is a noticeable gap between the front passenger's airbag lid and the dashboard.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The front passenger's airbag lid is not aligned with the dashboard.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Add washers to the airbag studs, and replace the front passenger's airbag lid.

PARTS INFORMATION

Passenger's Airbag Lid (graphite black):
P/N 77821-SHJ-A70ZA

Passenger's Airbag Lid (dark atlas gray):
P/N 77821-SHJ-A70ZB

6 mm Washer (three required):
P/N 94103-06800

REQUIRED MATERIALS

3M Weatherstrip Adhesive: P/N 08008

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number 754110

Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hour

Failed Part: P/N 77821-SHJ-A70ZA

Defect Code: 00401

Symptom Code: 00101

Skill Level: Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the front passenger's airbag, and replace the lid:

^ Refer to page 24-216 of the 2007-2010 Odyssey Service Manual, and do steps 1 thru 7 of the Removal, or

^ Online, enter keyword PASS REP, select Front Passenger's Airbag Replacement from the list, and do steps 1 thru 7 of the Removal.





NOTE:
The front passenger's airbag mounting nuts are covered by an access panel. Remove the access panel to remove the nuts.





2. Inspect the two notches on the dashboard opening for flashing. If there is flashing, use a utility knife to remove it.





3. Place one washer on each stud of the airbag.

NOTE:
Apply a drop of 3M Weatherstrip Adhesive by each stud to help hold the washer to the airbag.

4. Reinstall the passenger's front airbag:

^ Refer to page 24-218 of the service manual, and do steps 1 thru 5 of the Installation, or

^ Online, enter keyword PASS REP, select Front Passenger's Airbag Replacement from the list, and do steps 1 thru 5 of the Installation.