Service Bulletin

Service Bulletin
June 10, 2014
14-015
BTB 51670 (1406)
MIL Comes On With DTC P0101
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2013
ILX
Trim
Base, Tech with Navigation, and
Premium (all 2.0 L with A/T)
(no ILX Hybrid)
VIN Range
ALL
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on and DTC P0101 (MAF sensor circuit range/performance problem) is stored.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The PCM misinterprets the mass air flow sensor inputs while driving with constant throttle movement.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Do the diagnosis, and based on your results, update the PGM-FI software.
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 (FW) Version 3.01.37 or later
Database Update 13-JAN-2014 or later
HDS Software Version:
3.012.030 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 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.
For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-026,
Updating Control Units/Modules.
Year/Model
Program ID (or later)
Program P/N (or later)
System to Update
2013 ILX
9AA650
37805-R9A-A65
PGM-FI
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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.
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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Template ID
Failed Part Number
1255C6
Diagnose OBS data and
update the PGM-FI software.
0.3 hour
14-015N
37805-R9A-A65
Defect Code:
03214
Symptom Code: 03203
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
DIAGNOSIS
Review the OBS data as a line graph:
• Select On-Board Snapshot.
• Select the affected vehicle data.
• Select the Configuration button.
• Select TP SENSOR.
• Check Line, then select the Line Graph button.
Does the data show the vehicle driving with constant throttle movement like the example shown below?
• If there is constant throttle movement, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
• If there is little throttle movement, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Update the PGM-FI software. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/Modules.
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