Service Bulletin

Service Bulletin
Applies To:
13-053
June 6, 2014
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Surge, Hesitation, or Judder on Light Acceleration from a Stop
(Supersedes 13-053, dated August 28, 2013, to revise the information marked by the black bars)
REVISION SUMMARY
Under VEHICLES AFFECTED, 2014 model VINs were
added. Under PARTS INFORMATION, the Lower
Valve Body Kit P/N was updated. Under SOFTWARE
INFORMATION, the software information was updated
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Install the updated transmission valve body kit, and
update the PGM-FI software.
NOTE: You do not need to drop the subframe to
complete this bulletin.
SYMPTOM
A surge, hesitation, or judder may be felt as the vehicle
accelerates from a stop. The symptoms are more
noticeable before the vehicle is fully warmed up.
PARTS INFORMATION
Lower Valve Body Kit: P/N 06270-5C4-315
One kit contains the following parts:
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The continuously variable transmission (CVT) needs
hardware and software updates.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
2013 Accord L4 CVT (Japan-built) –
ALL VINs beginning with JHM
2013 Accord L4 CVT (US-built) –
ALL VINs beginning with 1HG
The following US-built vehicles:
2014 Accord 2-Door LX-S –
From VIN 1HGCT1B3.EA000001 thru
1HGCT1B3.EA012432
2014 Accord 2-Door EX –
From VIN 1HGCT1B7.EA000001 thru
1HGCT1B7.EA012545
2014 Accord 2-Door EX-L –
From VIN 1HGCT1B8.EA000001 thru
1HGCT1B8.EA012492
2014 Accord 4-Door LX –
From VIN 1HGCR2F3.EA000001 thru
1HGCR2F3.EA213610
2014 Accord 4-Door Sport –
From VIN 1HGCR2F5.EA000001 thru
1HGCR2F5.EA211625
2014 Accord 4-Door EX –
From VIN 1HGCR2F7.EA000001 thru
1HGCR2F7.EA211387
2014 Accord 4-Door EX-L –
From VIN 1HGCR2F8.EA000001 thru
1HGCR2F8.EA211218
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Description
Qty.
P/N
(for reference only)
Lower Valve Body
1
27000-RJ2-050
Transmission Pan Gasket
1
21814-RJ2-003
8.8 x 1.9 mm
2
91308-REJ-W01
7.7 x 1.9 mm
6
91311-PA9-001
11 x 1.9 mm
2
91314-PW4-003
7.7 x 1.9 mm
2
91311-PA9-004
14.8 x 1.8 mm
4
91308-RCA-A01
21.8 x 1.9 mm
1
O-Rings
Check Bolt Sealing Washer: P/N 90441-PK4-000
Drain Sealing Washer: P/N 90471-PX4-000
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Honda Genuine HCF-2 CVT Fluid: P/N 08200-HCF2
(Each vehicle requires up to 7 quarts.)
TOOL INFORMATION
1/4” drive 10 mm swivel socket; commercially available
(Snap-On TMUM10A or equivalent)
ATB 49446-51705 REV2 (1307)
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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 3.01.37 or later
Database Update 3-MAR-2014 or later
HDS Software Version: 3.013.014 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
01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
Program
ID
(or later)
Program P/N
(or later)
2013 Accord 2-door
LX-S (KA)
A23170
37805-5A2-317
2013 Accord 2-door
LX-S (KL)
A33170
37805-5A3-317
2013 Accord 2-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KA)
A23180
37805-5A2-318
2013 Accord 2-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KL)
A33180
37805-5A3-318
2013 Accord 4-door
LX (KA)
A23150
37805-5A2-315
2013 Accord 4-door
LX (KL)
A33150
37805-5A3-315
2013 Accord 4-door
Sport (KA)
A23170
37805-5A2-317
2013 Accord 4-door
Sport (KL)
A33170
37805-5A3-317
2013 Accord 4-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KA)
A23160
37805-5A2-316
2013 Accord 4-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KL)
A33160
37805-5A3-316
2014 Accord 2-door
LX-S (KA)
A2B720
37805-5A2-B72
2014 Accord 2-door
LX-S (KL)
A3L320
37805-5A3-L32
2014 Accord 2-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KA)
A2B820
37805-5A2-B82
2014 Accord 2-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KL)
A3L420
37805-5A3-L42
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Year/Model/Trim
Program
ID
(or later)
Program P/N
(or later)
2014 Accord 4-door
LX (KA)
A2B520
37805-5A2-B52
2014 Accord 4-door
LX (KL)
A3L120
37805-5A3-L12
2014 Accord 4-door
Sport (KA)
A2B720
37805-5A2-B72
2014 Accord 4-door
Sport (KL)
A3L320
37805-5A3-L32
2014 Accord 4-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KA)
A2B620
37805-5A2-B62
2014 Accord 4-door
EX, EX-L, EX-L Navi (KL)
A3L220
37805-5A3-L22
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
OP#
2321P3
2321P3A
Description
FRT
Replace valve body.
1.0
Update PGM-FI software.
0.2
Failed Part:
27000-RJ2-030
Defect Code:
03214
Symptom Code:
03217
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
Lower Valve Body Removal
NOTE: You do not need to drop the subframe to
complete this bulletin.
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
5. Remove the transmission fluid pan, then remove
the dowel pins. Remove the transmission fluid pan
gasket; it will not be reused.
NOTE: One fluid pan bolt is partially obstructed by
the subframe; remove it using a 1/4” drive 10 mm
swivel socket.
2. Remove the engine under cover.
3. Remove the transmission drain plug, and drain the
CVT fluid.
NOTE: Clean and remove any metal particles from
the magnetic drain plug.
4. Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
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6. Remove the transmission fluid strainer and the
O-ring.
8. Remove the transmission fluid temperature sensor
connector. Remove the shift solenoid harness A
connector from the harness bracket. Disconnect
the following connectors:
• Shift solenoid harness A connector
• Shift solenoid valve B connector
• Shift solenoid valve O/P connector
7. Inspect and clean the inlet opening of the
transmission fluid strainer as needed. Replace it if it
is clogged or damaged.
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9. Remove the guide plate, then remove the lower
valve body assembly.
NOTE:
• When removing the valve body assembly, do not
damage solenoid wire harnesses A and B.
• Remove only the five valve body bolts and the two
guide plate bolts shown. If an incorrect bolt is
removed, you may be unable to remove the valve
body.
10. Remove the 10.9 mm x 25.5 mm pipe and the
O-rings.
11. Remove the 8 mm x 133.5 mm pipe.
12. Remove the 12 mm x 57.5 mm pipe and the
O-rings.
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13. Remove the 8 mm x 71.5 mm pipe.
14. Remove the 14.3 mm x 37 mm pipe and the
O-rings.
Lower Valve Body Installation
NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the
transmission.
15. Remove the three 10.9 mm x 18.6 mm pipes and
the O-rings.
1. Transfer the 18 mm x 18.5 mm pipes with new
O-rings into the new valve body.
O-RINGS (4)
14.8 x 1.8 mm
PIPES
18 x 18.5 mm
16. Remove the two 18 mm x 18.5 mm pipes and the
O-rings.
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2. Transfer the 10.9 mm x 18.6 mm pipes with new
O-rings into the new valve body.
O-RINGS (6)
7.7 x 1.9 mm
3. Transfer the 14.3 mm x 37 mm pipe into the new
valve body with new O-rings and with the filter end
facing the valve body assembly.
PIPES
10.9 x 18.6 mm
FILTER END
PIPE
12 x 57.5 mm
FILTER END
PIPE
8 x 71.5 mm
FILTER END
PIPE
14.3 x 37 mm
O-RINGS
O-RINGS
11 x 1.9 mm
8.8 x 1.9 mm
4. Transfer the 8 mm x 71.5 mm pipe into the new
valve body with the filter end facing the valve body
assembly. See diagram in step 3 above.
5. Transfer the 12 mm x 57.5 mm pipe into the new
valve body using the new O-rings and with the filter
end facing the lower valve body assembly. See
diagram in step 3 above.
> 8.8 mm x 1.9 mm O-ring (2)
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6. Transfer the 8 mm x 133.5 mm pipe into the new
valve body.
PIPE
8 x 133.5 mm
8. Install the new lower valve body assembly and the
bolts. Tighten them in a crisscross pattern in at
least two steps
NOTE:
• Do not pinch or damage the solenoid wire
harnesses.
• While installing the new valve body assembly, be
careful not to damage the pipes or the O-rings.
7. Transfer the 10.9 mm x 25.5 mm pipe into the new
valve body with new O-rings.
PIPE
10.9 x 25.5 mm
O-RINGS
7.7 x 1.9 mm
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9. Install the guide plate.
10. Connect the following connectors:
• Shift solenoid harness A connector
• Shift solenoid valve B connector
• Shift solenoid valve O/P connector
11. Mount the shift solenoid harness A connector to the
harness bracket.
12. Connect the transmission fluid temperature
sensor connector.
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13. Install the transmission fluid strainer with a new
O-ring.
NOTE:
• To prevent O-ring damage, carefully install the
transmission fluid strainer.
• Do not pinch the solenoid wiring harness.
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14. Thoroughly clean the fluid pan and magnets (do not
remove the magnets). Install the dowel pins, then
install the transmission fluid pan with a new gasket.
Tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern in at least
two steps.
NOTE:
• Do not pinch or crimp the solenoid wiring
harnesses.
• One fluid pan bolt is partially obstructed by the
subframe; reinstall and torque it using a 1/4”
drive 10 mm swivel socket.
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15. Refill the transmission with only Honda HCF-2 CVT
Fluid.
NOTE:
• If you use an incorrect fluid, you will damage the
transmission.
• Do not remove the check bolt before or while
refilling the CVT.
16. Check the CVT fluid level.
CAUTION: The check bolt and the CVT fluid may
be hot.
NOTE: When checking the CVT fluid level at the
check bolt, it is normal for the CVT fluid to be
between the upper or lower level. A slow drip of
CVT fluid indicates proper fluid level.
• Do the CVT fluid level check immediately after
following the procedure below.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Start the engine in Park.
- While pressing the brake pedal firmly, move the
shift lever through all selector positions. Wait for
at least 3 seconds in each position.
- Move the shift lever back to Park.
- Turn off the engine.
- Remove the check bolt.
- Check the trnsmission fluid level.
- If necessary, add the proper fluid.
17. .Reinstall the check bolt with a new sealing washer.
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18. Reinstall the engine under cover.
19. Update the PGM-FI Software. Refer to Service
Bulletin 01-023, PCM Software Updating Control
Units/Modules.
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