Service Bulletin

Service Bulletin
Applies To:
12-018
April 1, 2014
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Starter Motor Intermittently Grinds In Cold Weather
(Supersedes 12-018, dated March 20, 2012, to revise the information marked by the black bars)
REVISION SUMMARY
Under PARTS INFORMATION, the starter motor part
numbers were revised.
SYMPTOM
The starter motor intermittently grinds in cold weather
(typically 45° F or colder).
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The starter clutch housing may be out of specification,
causing uneven loading between the clutch roller and
the starter pinion.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
2010 Accord L4 2-Door –
From VIN 1HGCS1B..AA019438 thru
1HGCS1B..AA020842
2010 Accord L4 4-Door –
From VIN 1HGCP2F..AA174006 thru
1HGCP2F..AA189457
2010 CR-V 2WD –
From VIN 5J6RE3H..AL040819 thru
5J6RE3H..AL043397
From VIN 3CZRE3H..AG705102 thru
3CZRE3H..AG705431
From VIN JHLRE3H..AC003395 thru
JHLRE3H..AC005334
2010 CR-V 4WD –
From VIN 5J6RE4H..AL083395 thru
5J6RE4H..AL088734
From VIN 3CZRE4H..AG705943 thru
3CZRE4H..AG706302
From VIN JHLRE4H..AC005563 thru
JHLRE4H..AC008068
2010 Element 2WD –
From VIN 5J6YH1H..AL005423 thru
5J6YH1H..AL005588
2010 Element 4WD –
From VIN 5J6YH2H..AL007268 thru
5J6YH2H..AL007387
PARTS INFORMATION
Accord Intake Gasket A (4 required):
P/N 17115-R40-A01
Starter Motor Assembly (except PZEV):
P/N 31200-R40-A01-RM
Starter Motor Assembly (PZEV):
P/N 31200-R41-L01-RM
CR-V Starter Motor Assembly:
P/N 31200-R40-A01-RM
Element Starter Motor Assembly:
P/N 31200-R40-A01-RM
Gasket, Intake Manifold:
P/N 17115-RAA-A01
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
OP#
Description
116100
Accord: Replace the starter motor.
D Add for L4
FRT
0.6
0.2
116100
CR-V: Replace the starter motor.
0.7
116100
Element: Replace the starter motor.
1.2
Failed Part:
P/N 31200-R41-L01
Defect Code:
03001
Symptom Code:
04215
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE: This procedure is in an outline form that you
can also use as a checklist for the repair. If you need
more details on the item below, bookmark it in the
appropriate service manual, or view it online.
- Battery Disconnection/Reconnection
Replace the starter motor as described in the
appropriate service manual. Online, enter keyword
STARTER, and select Starter Removal and
Installation.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the starter motor.
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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.