16-026

Service Bulletin
16-026
March 4, 2016
03299 Version 1
Charging System Indicator Is On with DTC P154A
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2013–14
Accord
Trim
ALL
2015
Accord
ALL
2015
2016
2016
2016
Fit
Fit
HR-V
HR-V
ALL
ALL
2WD
4WD
VIN Range
ALL
1HGCR6…FA000001 thru 1HGCR6…FA014707
1HGCR2…FA000001 thru 1HGCR2…FA229079
1HGCR3…FA000001 thru 1HGCR3…FA037185
1HGCT1…FA000001 thru 1HGCT1…FA015545
1HGCT2…FA000001 thru 1HGCT2…FA009458
ALL
3HGGK5…GM7000001 thru 3HGGK5…GM701651
3CZRU5…GM7000001 thru 3CZRU5…GM715111
3CZRU6…GM7000001 thru 3CZRU6…GM719915
SYMPTOM
The Charging System indicator is on with DTC P154A (battery sensor internal failure).
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The battery sensor has an internal failure.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the battery sensor.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Battery Sensor (Fit and HR-V)
38920-T5A-A02
1
Battery Sensor (Accord)
38920-T2A-A03
1
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.
© 2016 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved
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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template ID
Failed Part
Number
7101B2
Replace the battery
sensor. Includes DTC
check. (Fit and HR-V)
0.4 hr
03217
03214
16-026A
38920-T5A-A02
7101B2
Replace the battery
sensor. Includes DTC
check. (Accord)
0.4 hr
03217
03214
16-026B
38920-T2A-A03
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
DIAGNOSIS - ACCORD
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode.
2. Clear the DTC with the HDS, and wait 5 seconds.
3. Check for pending or confirmed DTCs.
Is DTC P154A indicated?
YES: Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE ACCORD.
NO: This bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE - ACCORD
The following service information procedures have been used in full or in part within this service bulletin.
For more detail on these procedures and torque specifications, refer to the service information.
1. Make sure the ignition is turned to OFF.
2. Disconnect the battery sensor connector.
3. Remove the battery sensor from the battery.
4. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery sensor.
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NOTE: To protect the battery sensor connector terminal from damage, do not hold it when removing the negative
terminal.
5. Install the negative terminal on the new battery sensor.
NOTE
• Make sure the areas between the negative terminal and the battery sensor are clean.
• To protect the battery sensor connector terminal from damage, do not hold it when installing the negative
terminal.
6. Install the battery sensor onto the battery.
7. Connect the battery sensor connector.
8. Apply multipurpose grease to the terminal to prevent corrosion.
END
DIAGNOSIS - FIT/HR-V
1. Turn the ignition to ON.
2. Clear the DTC with the HDS and wait 5 seconds.
Is DTC P154A indicated?
YES: Go to step 3.
NO: This bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
3. Turn the ignition to OFF.
4. Disconnect the 12-volt battery sensor 3P connector.
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5. Measure the voltage between test points 1 and 2.
Test condition
Test point 1
Test point 2
Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode.
12-volt battery sensor 3P connector
disconnected
12-volt battery sensor 3P connector No. 1
Body ground
Is there battery voltage?
YES: Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE - Fit/HR-V
NO: This bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE - FIT/HR-V
1. Make sure the ignition is turned to OFF..
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Remove the 12-volt battery sensor from the 12-volt battery.
NOTE: To protect the 12-volt battery sensor connector from damage, do not hold it when removing the terminal.
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4. Disconnect the terminal from the 12-volt battery sensor.
5. Install the 12-volt battery sensor to the 12-volt battery.
NOTE:
•
Make sure the areas between the negative terminal and the battery sensor are clean.
• To protect the connector from damage, do not hold it when removing the terminal.
6. Connect the connector.
7. Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.
END
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