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Engine Controls - Engine Compartment Buzz With Engine Off

12-085

December 6, 2012

Applies To:
2013 Accord 2-Door - From 1 HGCT1...DA000001 thru 1HGCT1...DA000123
2013 Accord 4-Door - From 1 HGCR2...DA000001 thru 1HGCR2...DA021824
2013 Accord 4-Door - VIN begins with JHM

Buzz Coming From the Engine Compartment After the Engine Is Turned Off

SYMPTOM

Buzzing is heard coming from the engine compartment after the engine is turned off.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The PCM operates the VTC solenoid with the ignition key turned to the OFF position.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PGM-FI software in the PCM.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 125517

Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour

Failed Part: P/N 37820-5A2-A56

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 03216

Skill Level: Repair Technician





SOFTWARE INFORMATION

NOTE:
Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the HDS or MVCI are not covered under warranty.

MVCI Control Module (CM) Update: Application Version 2.18.04 or later; Database update 4-JUL-2012 or later; HDS Software Version: 3.005.007 or later
Before beginning the repail; make sure that both the HDS and MVCI are updated as listed above.
Do only the update listed in this service bulletin.
Check that the MVCI indicates the applicable program ID listed below (or a later program ID) as the Recommended Update when the update begins.
If the MVCI displays This vehicle does not need an update at this time during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.
For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Update the PGM-FI software in the PCM. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.





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