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Service bulletin - the customer states the vehicle did not start due to a low state battery charge. The vehicle?S battery sensor monitors battery condition and the pcm determines charging mode. Based on the sulfation of the battery and cust
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Service Bulletin Applies To: 12-041 July 23, 2014 See VEHICLES AFFECTED New Software Update (Vehicle Will Not Start) (Supersedes , dated March 19, 2014, to revise the information marked by the black bars) REVISION SUMMARY • Under VEHICLES AFFECTED, 2012–14 CR-V VIN information was updated. • Under SOFTWARE INFORMATION, the software was updated so that vehicles that were previously repaired with the earlier software are eligible for this new software version update. If the MVCI displays This vehicle does not need an update at this time during the update, the software has already been updated. 2012 Civic 4-Door A/T: (DX, LX, EX, EX-L) From VIN 19XFB2F..CE000001 thru 19XFB2F..CE063549 (KA) From VIN 19XFB2F..CE300001 thru 19XFB2F..CE352629 (KL) From VIN 2HGFB2F..CH500001 thru 2HGFB2F..CH563701(KA) From VIN 2HGFB2F..CH500001 thru 2HGFB2F..CH563567(KL) From VIN JHMFB2F..CS000001 thru JHMFB2F..CS006549 (KA) SYMPTOM The customer states the vehicle did not start due to a low state battery charge. 2012 Civic 4-Door A/T: (HF) From VIN 2HGFB2F..CH5000001 thru 2HGFB2F..CH566371(KL) From VIN 2HGFB2F..CH500001 thru 2HGFB2F..CH565568 (KA) NOTE: • A dead battery could be normal depending on the battery condition, battery age, and how long the vehicle has sat. This software update will have no effect on these conditions. • A jump-start should only be used to get the vehicle to a service station or dealer. It should not be used to fully charge the battery. • There are many other possible causes for a vehicle needing multiple jump starts, such as a faulty alternator, a faulty or sulfated battery, a parasitic draw, or loose battery cables. POSSIBLE CAUSE The vehicle’s battery sensor monitors battery condition and the PCM determines charging mode. Based on the sulfation of the battery and customer driving habits, the PCM may not select the correct charge mode. VEHICLES AFFECTED 2012–14 CR-V: ALL 2012 Civic 2-Door A/T: (DX, LX, EX ,EX-L) From VIN 2HGFG3B..CH500001 thru 2HGFG3B..CH545051 (KL) From VIN 2HGFG3B..CH500001 thru 2HGFG3B..CH544845 (KA) 2012 Civic 4-Door M/T: From VIN 2HGFB2E..CH500001 thru 2HGFB2E..CH563762 (KA) From VIN 19XFB2E..CE000001 thru 19XFB2E..CE064072 (KL) 2012 Civic Hybrid: From VIN JHMFB4F..CS000001 thru JHMFB4F..CS009670 2012 Civic Natural Gas: From VIN 19XFB5F..CE000001 thru 19XFB5F..CE001625 2012 Civic Si 2-Door: From VIN 2HGFG4A..CH700001 thru 2HGFG4A..CH703235 2012 Civic Si 4-Door: From VIN 2HGFB6E..CH700001 thru 2HGFB6E..CH703684 CORRECTIVE ACTION Update the PGM-FI software. 2012 Civic 2-Door M/T: (DX, LX, EX, EX-L) From VIN 2HGFG3A..CH500001 thru 2HGFG3A..CH544991 (KA) 2014 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved ATB 48148-51855 REV3 (1407) 1 of 2 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. WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION The normal warranty applies. Program ID (or later) Program P/N (or later) 2012–13 CR-V 2WD EX, EX-L 5A305 37805-R5A-305 2012–13 CR-V 2WD LX 5A307 37805-R5A-307 2012–13 CR-V AWD EX, EX-L 5A306 37805-R5A-306 2012–13 CR-V AWD LX 5A308 37805-R5A-308 2014 CR-V 2WD EX, EX-L 5AA04 37805-R5A-A04 SOFTWARE INFORMATION NOTE: Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the HDS or MVCI are not covered under warranty. 2014 CR-V 2WD LX 5AA24 37805-R5A-A24 2014 CR-V AWD EX, EX-L 5AA14 37805-R5A-A14 2014 CR-V AWD LX 5AA34 37805-R5A-A34 MVCI Control Module (CM) Update: Application Version V3.01.40 or later Database update 10-June-2014 or later 2012 Civic 2/4-door DX, LX, 2-door EX 1AA060 37805-R1A-A06 2012 Civic 2/4-door DX, LX, EX, EX-L (KA) 1AA560 37805-R1A-A56 2012 Civic 4-door HF (KA) 1AA640 37805-R1A-A64 2012 Civic 2/4-door DX, LX, EX, EX-L (KL) 1YL570 37805-R1Y-L57 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. 2012 Civic 4-door HF (KL) 1YL930 37805-R1Y-L93 2012 Civic Natural Gas 1ZA530 37805-R1Z-A53 2012 Civic Hybrid (KA) W0A760 37805-RW0-A76 For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules. 2012 Civic Hybrid (KL) W0L740 37805-RW0-L74 2012 Civic 2/4-door SI X0A050 37805-RX0-A05 OP# 1255B9 Description Update PGM-FI software (includes battery check) Failed Part: P/N 37820-R1A-A54 Defect Code: 03214 Symptom Code: 03203 Skill Level: Repair Technician Year/Model FRT 0.4 hr HDS Software Version: 3.014.012 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. REPAIR PROCEDURE 1. Check the condition of the battery using the GR8 battery diagnostic station (software version 192-210007K or later). If necessary, replace the battery before updating the PGM-FI software. Refer to Service Bulletin 88-023, Battery Testing and Replacement. 2. Update the PGM-FI software. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules. END 2 of 2 12-041