Exhaust - Revised Exhaust System Gasket
11-078December 8, 2011
Applies To:
2012 CR-V-Check the iN VIN status inquiry for eligibility
Product Update: Exhaust System Gasket
BACKGROUND
During development of the 2012 CR-V an improved exhaust gasket for the under-floor TWC (three way catalytic converter) was developed Some vehicles were shipped without this improved gasket so you must install a new gasket before the vehicle is sold If you don~ replace the gasket the result may be a squeaking noise and customer dissatisfaction
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible
In addition check for a punch mark above the first character of the VIN (In the 2012 CR-V, the VIN is stamped into the front passenger's floor Pull up the floor mat then pull up on the plastic cover labeled FRAME NUMBER.) A punch mark in that location means this campaign has already been completed
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the under-floor TWC exhaust gasket.
PARTS INFORMATION Exhaust Gasket: P/N 18229-TR7-A01
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number: 3111N4
Flat Rate Time: 0.4 hour
Failed Part: P/N 18229-T0A-A01
Defect Code: 5GN00
Symptom Code: S0600
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift
2. Remove the bolts and the clips that secure the front splash shield to the body then remove the front splash shield
3. Remove the two spring-mounted bolts from the under-floor TWC.
4. Pull down and push back on the TWC, then remove the exhaust gasket by pulling it out over the transfer case
5. Install the new gasket on the flange, and reinstall the two spring mounted bolts, then torque the bolts to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft)
6. Reinstall the front splash shield.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Center-punch a completion mark above the first character of the VIN stamped into the front passenger's floor (pull up the floor mat, then pull up on the plastic cover labeled FRAME NUMBER.)
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