A18-080

Service Bulletin
18-080
October 4, 2018
Version 3
A/C Does Not Blow Cold Air and Condenser Leaks at Receiver Dryer
Cap
Supersedes 18-080, dated August 25, 2018, to revise the information highlighted in yellow
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
Trim
VIN Range
2016-17
Pilot
ALL
ALL
2018
Pilot
2WD
5FNYF5...JB000001 thru 5FNYF5...JB008758
2018
Pilot
AWD
5FNYF6...JB000001 thru 5FNYF6...JB017071
2017-18
Ridgeline
ALL
ALL
2019
Ridgeline
2WD
5FPYK2...JB000001 thru 5FPYK2...JB002793
2019
Ridgeline
AWD
5FPYK3...JB000001 thru 5FPYK3...JB015214
REVISION SUMMARY
Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time for millimeter wave radar aiming was added, and under
REPAIR PROCEDURE, step 10 was added.
SYMPTOM
The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
There is poor O-ring compression against the receiver/dryer barrel wall.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remove the A/C condenser, and replace the filter sub-assembly. Then, recharge the A/C system.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Filter Sub-Assembly
80101-TG7-A01
1
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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REQUIRED MATERIALS
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
POE Oil: Delphi RL85HM
38899-RLV-A01
1 (One can repairs four vehicles.)
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Pilot and Ridgeline without Honda Sensing
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
6161G3
Remove the A/C
condenser, and replace
the filter sub-assembly.
2.2 hrs
Evacuate and recharge
the A/C system.
0.7 hr
A
Defect
Code
07406
Symptom
Code
03220
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
A18080A
80100-TG7-A01
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
A18080B
80100-TG7-A01
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
A18080C
80100-TG7-A01
Pilot with Honda Sensing
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
6161G3
Remove the A/C
condenser, and
replace the filter subassembly.
2.2 hrs
0.7 hr
A
Evacuate and
recharge the A/C
system
M
Radar aiming- add
1.4 hrs
Defect
Code
07406
Symptom
Code
03220
Ridgeline with Honda Sensing
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
6161G3
Remove the A/C
condenser, and
replace the filter subassembly.
2.2 hrs
0.7 hr
A
Evacuate and
recharge the A/C
system
M
Radar aiming- add
0.9 hr
Defect
Code
07406
Symptom
Code
03220
Skill Level: Repair Technician
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
Check if the A/C is blowing cold air and there is staining around the receiver dryer cap on the condenser.
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•
If the A/C is not blowing cold air and there is staining around the receiver dryer cap on the condenser, go to REPAIR
PROCEDURE.
•
If the A/C is not blowing cold air and there is no staining around the receiver dryer cap, continue with normal system
troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Recover the A/C refrigerant from the system. Refer to the service information.
2. Remove the A/C condenser from the vehicle. Refer to the service information.
3. Thoroughly clean the stain from the affected area on the condenser.
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4. Remove the sub-assembly (cap, filter, and desiccant bag) from the condenser.
NOTES
•
Install the new desiccant bag as quickly as possible to prevent the system from absorbing moisture from the air.
•
You will need to add 10 ml of refrigerant oil (P/N 38899-RLV-A01) with the replacement of the desiccant bag.
•
Do not over tighten the plastic receiver/dryer cap; it could get stripped.
5. Wipe the interior threads and sealing area of the receiver/dryer barrel with a lint-free cloth to remove all debris.
6. Apply a thin layer of refrigerant oil to the O-rings. Then install the new filter sub-assembly, and torque the cap to 12
N·m (9 lb-ft).
7. Install the A/C condenser. Refer to the service information.
8. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to the service information.
9. Make sure the A/C system is operating properly.
10. With Honda Sensing: Do the millimeter wave radar aiming procedure. Refer to service information.
NOTE
The millimeter wave radar aiming procedure must be done whenever the millimeter wave radar is removed or
replaced.
END
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