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Service Bulletin
Applies To:
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November 26, 2013
2014 Accord Plug-In – Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
Product Update: E-VTC Software Update
BACKGROUND
In rare instances, the PGM-FI software may allow
conditions that cause damage to the E-VTC (electric
variable timing control) actuator. This software update
will prevent such damage from occurring.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a
notification of this campaign.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Software Update Only:
OP#
Description
FRT
Template ID
1255C4
Procedure B
E-VTC Software Update
Only (includes DTC
check)
0.3 hr.
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E-VTC Replacement and Software Update:
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle
is shown as eligible.
OP#
Description
1101DK
Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in
your new or used vehicle inventory. Repair these
vehicles before they are sold.
A
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software, and if necessary, replace
the E-VTC actuator.
PARTS INFORMATION
NOTE: Very few vehicles will need parts; order parts
only if DTC P0011 (VTC System Malfunction) is
present.
FRT
Procedure A
E-VTC Removal and
Installation
2.0 hr.
Procedure B
E-VTC Software Update
(includes DTC check)
0.3 hr.
Failed Part:
P/N 14310-5K0-A01
Defect Code:
5VK00
Symptom Code:
JC600
Template ID
13-102A
E-VTC Actuator:
P/N 14310-5K0-A01
E-VTC Motor O-ring:
P/N 91306-5K0-A01
Valve Cover Gasket:
P/N 12341-5K0-A01
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Liquid Gasket (one tube will repair 50 vehicles):
P/N 08718-0003
TOOL INFORMATION
KTC Trim Tool Set: T/N TSOJATP2014
Camshaft Lock Pins: T/N 07AAB–RWCA120
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ATB 50778 (1311)
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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.
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 V3.01.36 or later
Database update 23-OCT-2013 or later
HDS Software Version:
3.012.005 or later
Before beginning the repair, 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.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
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.
• Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection
• Splash Shield Replacement
• Valve Cover Removal/Installation
• Cam Chain Removal/Installation
• Cam Chain Auto-Tensioner Removal/Installation
• E-VTC Position Learn
E-VTC Removal
1. Remove the right front wheel and the splash guard.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disconnect the high voltage A/C power cable clips.
For more information about updating the HDS, the
MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin
01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
Year/Model
2014 Accord
Plug-In
Program
ID (or later)
Program P/N
(or later)
System to
Update
K0A090
37805-5L0-A11
PGMFI+AT/
CVT/DCT
DIAGNOSIS
Connect the HDS and check if DTC P0011 is stored.
• If DTC P0011 is stored, do REPAIR PROCEDURE A
first to replace the E-VTC gear. Then do REPAIR
PROCEDURE B to update the PGM-FI software.
• If DTC P0011 is not stored, only do REPAIR
PROCEDURE B to update the PGM-FI software.
4. Remove the engine cover.
NUT
ENGINE
COVER
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10 N.m
(7 lb-ft)
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5. Remove the intake resonator and intake air duct.
7. Remove the ignition coils.
8. Disconnect the electric coolant pump connector
and the A/C compressor connectors, and
disconnect the ground.
BOLT
INTAKE
RESONATOR
10 N.m
(7 lb-ft)
GROUND
CABLE
HARNESS
CLAMP
CONNECTORS
INTAKE
AIR DUCT
6. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors, then
remove the harness holder, the power cable
clamps, and the harness cover bolt. Move the
harness away from the valve cover.
IGNITION COIL
CONNECTORS
BOLTS
10 N.m
(7 lb-ft)
HARNESS
COVER
HARNESS
COVER
BOLT
12 N.m
(9 lb-ft)
POWER
CABLE
CLAMP
9. Disconnect the power cable clamp and the harness
clamp.
10. Disconnect the breather hoses.
BREATHER
HOSES
HARNESS
HOLDER
POWER
CABLE
CLAMPS
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11. Remove the valve cover in the sequence shown,
then remove the cover.
8
2
BOLTS
18 N.m
(13 lb-ft)
6
4
14. Remove cam chain guide B.
11
10
9
3
CAM CHAIN
GUIDE B
5
1
7
12. Disconnect the E-VTC motor connectors and
remove the E-VTC motor.
CONNECTORS
15. Mark the timing chain with a paint pen on the link
that lines up with the TDC mark on the E-VTC
actuator.
O-RING
Replace.
E-VTC MOTOR
13. Rotate the crankshaft until the No. 1 cylinder is at
TDC.
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16. Use a zip tie to secure the timing chain to the
exhaust camshaft sprocket so that the cam chain
cannot move.
20. Hold the intake and exhaust camshafts in place by
inserting a lock pin into the exhaust cam’s
maintenance hole, then use your index and middle
fingers to manually turn the E-VTC actuator inner
ring gear clockwise or counterclockwise until the
intake cam aligns with the lock pin.
17. Loosen the E-VTC actuator mounting bolt by
holding the intake camshaft with a 26 mm open-end
wrench, then loosen the VTC actuator mounting
bolt about a quarter turn.
NOTE:
• Do not remove the bolt.
• If the camshafts or crankshaft moved when you
loosened the bolt, move them back to TDC.
21. Remove the cam chain auto-tensioner.
18. Remove the cam chain auto-tensioner cover plate.
19. Lock the cam chain auto-tensioner with a lock pin in
the compressed position, but do not remove it.
NOTE: If the camshafts or crankshaft move, move
them back to TDC.
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22. Keep light tension on the cam chain by attaching a
bungee cord to the chain and then suspending it
from the hood to prevent the chain from coming off.
23. Remove the E-VTC actuator mounting bolt then
remove the E-VTC actuator.
NOTE: Make sure you keep tension on the cam
chain at all times.
E-VTC Installation
1. Set the new E-VTC actuator to zero degrees
(12 o’clock position).
NOTE: Make sure you add a paint mark to the
upper TDC mark to help align the cam chain.
2. Remove the bungee cord and position the E-VTC
actuator onto the cam chain.
NOTE: Make sure the cam chain TDC paint mark
lines up with the TDC mark on the E-VTC actuator.
3. Remove both camshaft lock pins.
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4. Slide the E-VTC actuator onto the camshaft. Verify
with an inspection mirror that the camshaft
alignment pin goes into the E-VTC actuator key
slot, then torque the mounting bolt to
115 N•m (85 lb-ft).
NOTE: Failure to confirm pin alignment could
cause the E-VTC actuator to slip on the camshaft
and damage it.
6. Reinstall the cam chain auto-tensioner, remove the
auto-tensioner lock pin, then reinstall the autotensioner cover.
7. Reinstall the E-VTC motor with a new O-ring.
O-RING
Replace.
5. Use your index and middle fingers to rotate the
inner ring gear of the E-VTC actuator to remove
any slack from the cam chain between the intake
and exhaust gears.
JOINT
CONNECTORS
E-VTC
MOTOR
BOLTS
24 N.m
(18 lb-ft)
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8. Reinstall the remaining components in the reverse
order of removal.
9. Do the E-VTC position learn procedure.
• Connect the HDS to the vehicle.
• Go to ADJUSTMENT MENU> E-VTC
LEARNING, then follow the screen prompts.
• Turn the ignition to OFF.
• Jump the SCS line with the HDS.
• Wait 60 seconds and exit the SCS mode with the
HDS.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
1. Update the PGM-FI software. Refer to Service
Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
2. After the software update with the MVCI is
complete, connect the HDS and do DTC check.
Clear any codes.
3. Do the CKP pattern clear and learn procedure.
NOTE: The HDS will prompt you to warm up the
engine in maintenance mode during the CKP
pattern clear and learn process. To enter
maintenance mode, do this:
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the
POWER button twice, then do steps 2–5 within
60 seconds.
2. With the shift lever in P, press the accelerator
pedal to the floor twice.
3. Move the shift lever to N, press the accelerator
pedal to the floor twice.
4. Move the shift lever to P, press the accelerator
pedal to the floor twice.
5. Press and hold the brake pedal, then press the
POWER button.
In some cases, the learning may occur during the
engine warm-up. If this happens, it is not a
problem. The learning process is complete, and
you can proceed as prompted by the HDS.
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