A-13-075

SB-10053384-6226
Service Bulletin
Applies To:
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2013 Odyssey – Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
2013 Pilot – Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
September 5, 2013
Safety Recall: Pistons Out of Specification
(Supersedes 13-075, dated August 27, 2013, to revise the information marked by the black bars)
REVISION SUMMARY
Updated PARTS INFORMATION, REQUIRED
MATERIALS, TOOL INFORMATION, repair steps, and
multiple photo illustrations.
BACKGROUND
A limited number of Pilot and Odyssey engines may
have been assembled with pistons that could be out of
specification. Premature piston failure can occur, which
may cause the engine to stall.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of
this campaign in September 2013.
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle
is shown as eligible.
New or used vehicles affected by this campaign may
be in your vehicle inventory. These vehicles must be
repaired before they are sold.
Should a dealership sell an unrepaired vehicle that
subsequently causes an injury or damage because of
the recalled item, the dealership will be soley
responsible to the damaged party, and will be required
to defend and indemnify American Honda for any
resulting claims. To see if a vehicle in inventory is
affected by this campaign, do a VIN status inquiry
before selling it
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the short block assembly.
PARTS INFORMATION
Common Parts
Head bolt (16 required):
P/N 90005-PAA-A01
Intake Cover Gasket:
P/N 17146-R70-A01
Intake Manifold Gasket:
P/N 17105-RCJ-A01
Catalytic Converter Gasket (two required):
P/N 18115-R70-A01
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Oil Filter:
P/N 15400-PLM-A02
Nut, Flange (engine mount stopper nuts)
(four required):
P/N 90302-S3V-A10
Nut, Self Locking (catalytic convertor) (eight required):
P/N 90212-RCA-A01
Gasket, Prechamber:
P/N 18393-SDB-A00
Gasket, Exhaust Pipe (two required):
P/N 18212-SA7-003
Bolt, Flange (side mount bolt to frame bracket)
(two required):
P/N 90163-SDA-A01
Bolt, Flange (side engine mount bolts) (two required):
P/N 90164-SHJ-A00
Retainer (fuel line connector):
P/N 17711-S0X-931
O-Ring (fuel rail o-ring):
P/N 91301-PLC-000
Gasket A, EGR Pipe (EGR pipe gasket):
P/N 18716-R70-A01
Gasket B, EGR Pipe (EGR pipe gasket):
P/N 18719-R70-A01
Gasket, Rear Cylinder (head gasket):
P/N 12261-R70-A01
Gasket, Front Cylinder (head gasket):
P/N 12251-R70-A01
O-Ring (o-rings for coolant pipe) (two required):
P/N 91314-PH7-003
Gasket, Front Water Passage (coolant crossover)
(one required):
P/N 19411-P8A-A03
Gasket, Rear Water Passage (coolant crossover)
(one required):
P/N 19412-P8A-A02
O-Ring (A/C discharge hose o-ring):
P/N 80872-ST7-000
ATB 50125-50386 REV1(1309)
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment,
and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.
O-Ring (A/C suction side o-ring):
P/N 80871-ST7-000
Bolt, Flange (special bolt; rear subframe bolt)
(two required):
P/N 90161-SHJ-A00
Ring, Snap (left side circlip only):
P/N 44319-SOX-A01
Odyssey
Engine Short Block:
P/N 10002-RV0-A01
TOOL INFORMATION
Steering Wheel Holder
(Snap-On WA96 or equivalent)
Subframe Alignment Pin
T/N 070AG-SJAA10S
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Odyssey
Operation Number: 1111AJ
Flat Rate Time:
10.7 hours (includes alignment)
Bolt, Flange (strut to knuckle) (four required):
P/N 90120-SHJ-A00
Failed Part:
10002-RV0-A01
Defect Code:
5GW00
Nut, Flange (strut to knuckle) (four required):
P/N 90382-SP0-003
Symptom Code:
JB400
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Bolt, Flange (subframe bolt) (four required):
P/N 90165-TK8-A00
Pilot
Engine Short Block:
P/N 10002-RN0-A11
Bolt, Flange (strut to knuckle) (four required):
P/N 90119-SJC-A00
Nut, Flange (strut to knuckle) (four required):
P/N 90381-SJC-A00
Pilot
Operation Number: 1111AJ
Flat Rate Time:
10.7 hours (includes alignment)
Failed Part:
10002-RN0-A10
Defect Code:
5GW00
Symptom Code:
JB500
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Bolt, Flange (prop shaft bolts) (four required):
P/N 90113-S3V-A00
Bolt, Flange (special bolt, subframe) (four required):
P/N 90165-SHJ-A00
Bolt, Flange (subframe stiffener) (four required):
P/N 90167-SAA-010
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 (3 gallons):
P/N OL999-9011
0W-20 Engine Oil (5 quarts)
P/N 08798-9036
Power Steering Fluid
P/N 08206-9002
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
The following service manual procedures have been
used in full or in part within this service bulletin. For
more detail on these procedures, and torque
specifications for some components, refer to the
appropriate electronic service manual.
• Engine Oil Replacement
• Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection
• A/C System Recovery/Charging
• Fuel Pressure Relieving
• Steering Gearbox Removal
• Transfer Assembly Removal (Pilot with 4WD)
• Coolant Replacement
• Drive Belt Removal/Installation
• Front Undercover Replacement
• Splash Shield Replacement
• Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Check/Replacement
• Air Cleaner Removal/Installation
• Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Removal
• Front Bulkhead Cover Replacement (Pilot only)
• Front Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation
• Front Knuckle/ Hub Bearing Unit Replacement
• Cylinder Head Cover Removal
• Intake Manifold Removal and Installation
• Warm Up TWC Removal/Installation
• Transmission Shift Cable Removal and Installation
• Cylinder Head Removal and Installation
• Timing Belt Removal and Installation
• Valve Adjustment
Engine/Transmission Assembly Removal
• Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted
surfaces.
• To avoid damaging any wires and terminals, unplug
the circuit connectors carefully while holding the
connector portion.
• Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.
Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or
hoses, or interfere with other parts.
1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
2. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove
the radiator cap.
3. Loosen the drain plug on the radiator, and drain the
engine coolant.
4. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir.
5. Do the battery removal procedure.
6. Remove the engine cover.
ENGINE COVER
• Subframe Installation Procedure
7. Evacuate the A/C system.
8. Separate the A/C suction line at the right strut tower
junction, and cover the lines with tape.
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9. Disconnect the breather pipe, then remove the
intake air duct.
12. Remove the harness clamps, then remove the
battery base.
INTAKE
AIR DUCT
BATTERY
BASE
HARNESS
CLAMPS
BREATHER
PIPE
UNDER-HOOD
FUSE/RELAY BOX
10. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
11. Odyssey only. Disconnect the engine wire harness
and starter cable from the main under-hood fuse
box, then remove the main under-hood fuse box
and the harness clamps.
13. Remove the transmission shift cable from the
transmission only.
NUT
CLAMPS
BUSHING
SHIFT
CABLE
END
6 x 1.0 mm
9.8 N.m (7.2 lb-ft)
SHIFT
CABLE
BRACKET
STARTER
CABLE
ENGINE WIRE
HARNESS
MAIN UNDER-HOOD
FUSE BOX
SELECTOR
CONTROL
LEVER
CONTROL
PIN
SPRING CLIP
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14. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover, then
disconnect the fuel feed hose.
16. Remove the steering joint cover, then disconnect
the steering joint from the steering gearbox pinion
shaft.
NOTE: Hold the steering wheel with the steering
wheel holder.
BOLT HOLE
GROOVE
STEERING JOINT BOLT
8 x 1.25 mm
28 N·m (21 lb·ft)
FUEL FEED HOSE
QUICK-CONNECT
FITTING COVER
15. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose and
EVAP canister hose.
BRAKE BOOSTER
VACUUM HOSE
17. Pilot only. Remove the harness clamps, then
disconnect the positive alternator cable from the
under-hood fuse/relay box.
POSITIVE
ALTERNATOR
CABLE
EVAP
CANISTER
HOSE
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HARNESS
CLAMPS
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18. Remove the PCM cover.
21. Disconnect the heater hoses.
PCM COVER
HEATER
HOSES
19. Remove the harness clamp, and disconnect the
PCM conectors.
22. Disconnect the upper radiator hose and the lower
radiator hose at the engine.
PCM CONNECTORS
UPPER
RADIATOR
HOSE
LOWER
RADIATOR
HOSE
ENGINE WIRE
HARNESS
CONNECOR
HARNESS
CLAMPS
23. Remove the mounting bolts from the upper half of
the side engine mount bracket.
MOUNTING BOLTS
20. Disconnect the power steering pump inlet hose.
POWER STEERING
PUMP INLET HOSE
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24. Check that the engine/transmission is completely
free of any vacuum hoses, fuel hoses, coolant
hoses, and electrical connections.
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25. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
26. Remove the front wheels.
27. Remove the splash shield and the front
undercover.
28. Drain the engine oil.
32. Pilot only, with 4wd. Remove the bolts, and
disconnect the propeller shaft from the transfer
companion flange.
NOTE: Be sure to make a reference mark across
the propeller shaft and transfer companion flange
for reassembly.
BOLTS (4)
29. Drain the ATF.
10 x 1.25 mm
72 N.m (53 lb-ft)
Replace.
30. Pilot only. Remove the front subframe stiffener.
B
REFERENCE
MARK
BOLTS (4)
10 x 1.25 mm
59 N.m (43 lb-ft)
Replace.
TRANSFER
COMPANION
FLANGE
33. Remove the torque converter cover from the
transmission.
34. Remove the drive plate bolts from the torque
converter.
31. Remove the exhaust pipe.
GASKETS
Replace.
DRIVE PLATE
BOLTS (8)
TORQUE
CONVERTER
COVER
NUTS
Replace.
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EXHAUST
PIPE
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35. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector by removing
the CKP sensor cover, then disconnecting
connector.
DAMPER
FLANGE NUT
BOLT
6 x 1.0 mm
12 N.m (8.7 lb-ft)
37. Separate the stabilizer links from the dampers.
SENSOR HARNESS
CLAMP BRACKET
STABILIZER
LINK
12 x 1.25 mm
HEX
WRENCH
JOINT PIN
38. Remove the ABS sensor from the steering knuckle.
39. Remove the front brake calipers.
• Remove the brake line bracket from the damper.
CKP SENSOR
CONNECTOR
• Remove the two brake caliper bolts.
• Support the brake calipers by hanging them from
the dampers with a suitable strap.
BRAKE HOSE
MOUNTING BOLT
BOLT
6 x 1.0 mm
12 N.m (8.7 lb-ft)
22 N·m (16 lb·ft)
CKP SENSOR
COVER
36. Remove the lower transmission housing bolts.
MOUNTING
BOLTS
CALIPER
ASSEMBLY
BRAKE CALIPER
MOUNTING BOLTS
137 N·m (101 lb·ft)
40. Separate the knuckles from the dampers by
removing the two bolts.
FLANGE NUTS
Replace.
PINCH
BOLTS
Replace.
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41. Disconnect the power steering hose and A/T cooler
hose, then plug the line and hose.
NOTE: Use a suitable container to capture fluid
when disconnecting, and plugging the hoses.
POWER
STEERING
HOSE
46. Prepare the subframe assembly for removal.
• Remove the four 12 x 1.25 mm bolts for both the
subframe front brackets.
• Remove the two 12 x 1.25 mm bolts for both the
subframe rear brackets.
• Loosen but do not remove the four 14 X1.5 mm
main subframe bolts.
SUBFRAME FRONT
BRACKET BOLT
74 N.m (54 lb-ft)
Both sides.
MAIN SUBFRAME BOLTS
103 N.m (76 lb-ft)
Loosen on both sides.
ATF COOLER
HOSES
42. Disconnect the power steering pressure switch
connector.
SUBFRAME REAR
BRACKET BOLT
117 N.m (86 lb-ft)
Both sides.
47. Set up four equal sized jack stands (or equivalent
equipment) under the vehicle’s subframe
immediate area.
48. Lower the vehicle until it is just above the jack
stands.
49. Position the jack stands (or equivalent equipment)
so that they are equally spaced in the front and the
back of the subframe.
PSP SWITCH
CONNECTOR
50. Lower the vehicle and set the subframe on the
jackstands.
43. Remove the A/C high pressure line from the
compressor, and cover the lines with tape.
44. Disconnect the electrical connector from the front
and rear engine mounts.
45. Check that the engine/transmission and subframe
are completely free of any hardware, electrical
connections, and components.
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51. Remove the four 14 x 1.5 mm main subframe bolts.
52. Check that the engine/transmission and subframe
are completely free of any hardware, electrical
connections, and components.
53. Slowly raise the vehicle. Make sure there are no
components catching on the body.
NOTE: Pilot with 4WD only. Pay close attention to
the propeller shaft; it may get snagged on the sway
bar.
55. Remove both cylinder heads. To prevent warping
of the cylinder heads, loosen the bolts in sequence
1/3 turn at a time. Repeat the sequence until all of
the bolts are loosened.
NOTE: You can remove each head as an
assembly.
FRONT
3
5
8
1
2
7
6
4
REAR
54. Drain the remaining coolant from the drain port at
the rear of the engine block. Remove the block
heater plug, and let the coolant drain into a suitable
container.
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7
2
4
6
1
3
8
5
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56. Remove the starter bolts.
NOTE: Leave the electrical harness connected to
the starter. The starter does not need to be
removed. Remove the bolts to allow for sufficient
clearance when separating the engine from the
transmission.
DRIVESHAFT
SUPPORT BASE
MOUNTING BOLTS
44 N.m (33 lb-ft)
58. Remove the engine support bracket bolts.
NOTE: The driveshaft may separate from the
transmission when the bolts are removed; however,
there is no need to remove the entire driveshaft
assembly.
STARTER
59. Remove the rear transmission housing bolts.
57. Remove the driveshaft bearing bracket bolts, and
rotate the bearing bracket counter clockwise to gain
access to the engine support bracket bolts.
BOLTS
BRACKET
BOLTS
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60. Support the transmission using a jack. Use either a
piece of wood or rubber block between the
transmission and jack to prevent damage to the
transmission housing.
63. Remove the upper transmission housing mounting
bolts.
61. Remove the front and rear engine mount stop, then
remove the bolt.
BOLT
NUTS
10 x 1.25 mm
54 N.m (40 lb-ft)
Replace.
12 x 1.25 mm
74 N.m (54 lb-ft)
Replace.
ENGINE
MOUNT
STOP
BOLTS
HARNESS
CLAMPS
64. Lift the engine block from the subframe assembly,
being careful not to shift the transmission off the
jack.
FRONT ENGINE
MOUNT ACTUATOR
CONNECTOR
62. Use an engine hoist and straps to support the
engine block for separation.
NOTE: There are several different methods to
support the block. Use the one that best works for
you.
65. Transfer any remaining components from the old
engine block to the new engine block including:
• Front and rear engine mount brackets
• Timing belt idler pulleys
• Torque converter flex plate
66. Use an engine hoist and straps to support the new
engine block for reattachment to the transmission.
67. Reattach the engine block to the transmission in
the reverse order of removal.
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68. Reinstall the front and rear engine mount bolts and
engine mount stop.
BOLT
NUTS
10 x 1.25 mm
54 N.m (40 lb-ft)
Replace.
12 x 1.25 mm
74 N.m (54 lb-ft)
Replace.
70. Reinstall the driveshaft bearing bracket bolts.
BOLTS
30 N.m
(22 lb-ft)
ENGINE
MOUNT
STOP
71. Set the timing belt drive pulley to TDC.
POINTER
HARNESS
CLAMPS
FRONT ENGINE
MOUNT ACTUATOR
CONNECTOR
69. Reinstall the engine support bracket bolts.
BOLTS
39 N.m (29 lb-ft)
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DRIVESHAFT
SUPPORT BASE
TDC MARK
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72. Verify the camshaft pulleys are at TDC.
75. Apply new engine oil to the threads and under the
bolt heads of all cylinder head bolts.
FRONT
POINTER
TDC MARK
76. Torque the cylinder head bolts in sequence to
29 N•m (22 lb-ft) using a beam-type torque
wrench.
NOTE: Be sure to tighten each bolt slowly and do
not overtighten. If a bolt makes any noise while you
are torquing it, loosen the bolt and retighten it from
the first step.
FRONT
3
5
1
7
REAR
POINTER
TDC MARK
8
2
6
4
REAR
2
4
6
8
73. Reinstall the cylinder heads on the engine block.
74. Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at
50 mm (2.0 in) and 45 mm (1.8 in) from the
threaded end of the bolt.
NOTE: If either diameter is less than 11.3 mm (0.44
in), replace the cylinder head bolt.
7
1
3
5
50 mm (2.0 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
B
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77. After torquing the cylinder head bolts, tighten them
in two steps (90 degrees per step) in sequence. If
you are using a new cylinder head bolt, tighten the
bolt an additional 90 degrees.
NOTE: If you tighten a cylinder head bolt beyond
the specified angle, go back to step 73 of the
procedure. Do not loosen it back to the specified
angle.
FIRST STEP
THIRD STEP
SECOND STEP
(New bolt)
78. Install the remaining engine components in the
reverse order of removal.
79. Slowly lower the vehicle until it is right above the
engine/transmission assembly.
NOTE: Make sure there are no components
sticking out that may get caught on the body when
the vehicle is being lowered
80. Position the subframe for reinstallation to the body.
81. Insert the four main subframe bolts and brackets,
and tighten them until they are snug.
NOTE: Do not torque the bolts because subframe
adjustment will be necessary once the vehicle has
been lifted.
82. Raise the vehicle.
83. Adjust the subframe using the appropriate tool and
torque all bolts.
84. Reinstall remaining components in the reverse
order of removal.
85. Refill all fluids and do an alignment.
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