B15-040 - 8-19-1
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Public Details for: B15-040 - 8-19-1
Service bulletin - under certain driving conditions some client may experience a firmer-than-expected upshift from 2nd to 3rd gear. The tcm software is not optimized for a consistent 2nd to 3rd upshift under all conditions.
- 2015 -
Models from 2015
2015 ACURA TLX |
@ACURA Service Bulletin August19,2015 15-040 02230 Version 1 Firm 2nd to 3rd Gear Upshifts Under Certain Driving Conditions AFFECTED VEHICLES Year 2015 2015 Model TLX TLX Trim V62WD V6 SH-AWD VIN Range 19UUB3 ... FA000001 to 19UUB3 ... FA007800 19UUB2 ... FA000001 to 19UUB2 ... FA022024 SYMPTOM Under certain driving conditions some client may experience a firmer-than-expected upshift from 2nd to 3rd gear. POSSIBLE CAUSES The TCM software is not optimized for a consistent 2nd to 3rd upshift under all conditions. CORRECTIVE ACTION Update the TCM software to get optimal performance out of the transmission, clear any DTCs, and do the PCM idle learn procedure. NOTE: After completing the software update, check the Idle Learning signal in the PGM-FI Data List. if it reads NOT COMPLETE, check the Target Idle Torque Correction Learning Value, If it reads 65 N·m (47.9 lb-ft) you need to update the PCM, Refer to Service Bulletin 15-038, Hesitation, Surge, High Idle, or Auto Idle Stop Does Not Work, for software update information. If the value reads 12 N·m (8.8 lb-ft), complete the idle learn as according to the service information. SOFTWARE INFORMATION NOTE: Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the HOS or MVCI are not covered under warranty. MVCI Control Module (CM) Update: Application (FW) Version 3.01.42 or later Database Update 04-Aug-2015 or later HOS Software Version: 3.016.042 or later. Before beginning the repair, make sure that both the HDS and the 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 Available 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. CLIENT 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 Acura automobile dealer. © 2015 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved Page 1 of 2 For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/Modules. Year/Model 2015 TLX 2015 TLX 2015 TLX 2015 TLX Trim 2WD Base/Tech 2WD Advance AWD Base/Tech AWDAdvance Program ID (or later) J43150 J43160 L93150 L93170 Program P/N (or later) 28101-5J4-3150 28101-5J4-3160 28101-5L9-3150 28101-5L9-3170 WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION The normal warranty applies. Operation Number Description 2235A2 Update the TCM software and clear any DTCs. 0.2 hr Do the PCM idle learn procedure. 0.1 hr A Defect Code: 03214 Symptom Code: 03216 Skill Level: Repair Technician Flat Rate Time Template ID Failed Part Number 15-040N 06280-5L9-A52 REPAIR PROCEDURE 1. Update the TCM software with the MVCI. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/Modules. NOTE: On vehicles equipped with auto idle stop, the MVCI may indicate error code 56 during the update. If you see the error code, open the hood, disable auto idle stop using the switch in the center console area, and retry the update again leaving the hood open. 2. Clear any stored DTCs with the HOS. 3. Do the PCM idle learn procedure. Refer to the service information. END Page 2 of 2