A18-040

Service Bulletin
18-040
June 7, 2018
Version 2
Roof Molding Front End Caps are Loose
Supersedes 18-040, dated May 18, 2018, to revise the information highlighted in yellow
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2016
2017
ALL
Pilot
2018
2017
2018
Trim
2019
ALL
ALL
2WD
5FNYF5...JB000001 - 5FNYF5...JB018118
AWD
5FNYF6...JB000001 - 5FNYF6...JB036028
ALL
Ridgeline
VIN Range
ALL
ALL
2WD
5FPYK2...KB000001 - 5FPYK2...KB000394
AWD
5FPYK3...KB000001 - 5FPYK3...KB001652
REVISION SUMMARY
Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, Repair Procedure Description revised.
SYMPTOM
The roof molding front end caps become loose and lift away from roof panel.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The roof molding front end caps are not held on securely.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remove the existing roof moldings, and install the replacement roof molding kit with revised front-end caps.
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.
©
2018 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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PARTS INFORMATION
NOTE
Each kit contains parts to replace the left and right roof molding.
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Pilot with Roof Rack - Roof Rail Molding Kit
74306-TG7-307
1
Pilot without Roof Rack - Roof Rail Molding Kit
74306-TG7-306
1
Ridgeline - Roof Rail Molding Kit
74306-T6Z-306
1
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Masking Tape
Commercially Available
1
REQUIRED MATERIALS
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template ID Failed Part Number
8141N0
Repair Procedure A Pilot without Roof
Rails - Install
replacement roof
molding kit.
0.5 hr
06201
03217
A18040A
74316-TG7-A01
8141N0
Repair Procedure B Pilot with Roof Rails Install replacement roof
molding kit.
0.5 hr
06201
03217
A18040B
74316-TG7-A01
8141N0
Repair Procedure C Ridgeline - Install
replacement roof
molding kit.
0.5 hr
06201
03217
A18040C
74316-T6Z-A00
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
•
Pilot without Roof Rails - Refer to Repair Procedure A
•
Pilot with Roof Rails - Refer to Repair Procedure B
•
Ridgeline - Refer to Repair Procedure C
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Repair Procedure A - Pilot without Roof Rails
1. Secure the tailgate hinge cover with masking tape to avoid moving or damaging the cover.
NOTE
Do not remove the hinge cover.
2. Remove the existing roof molding and replace all clips with the parts supplied in the roof rail molding kit.
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3. Remove any adhesive from the stud threads and the body.
4. Install the new roof molding, and secure it with the supplied nut. Torque it to 6.8 -11.7 N•m (5.0 - 8.6 lb-ft).
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5. Install the nut access cover.
6. Replace the roof molding on other side following the same procedure.
Repair Procedure B - Pilot with Roof Rails
1. Remove the roof molding.
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2. Remove any adhesive from the stud threads and the body.
3. Slide the new molding under the roof rail.
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4. Secure the molding with the supplied nut and torque it to 6.8 -11.7 N•m (5.0 - 8.6 lb-ft).
5. Install the nut access cover.
6. Replace the roof molding on other side following the same procedure.
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Repair Procedure C - Ridgeline
1. Remove the existing roof molding and replace all clips with the parts supplied in the roof rail molding kit.
2. Remove any adhesive from the stud threads and the body.
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3. Install the new roof molding and secure it with the supplied nut. Torque it to 6.8 -11.7 N•m (5.0 - 8.6 lb-ft).
4. Install the nut access cover.
5. Replace the roof molding on other side following the same procedure.
END
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