A18-124

Service Bulletin
18-124
October 22, 2018
Version 1
Product Update: 2017-18 CR-V: Software Update DTC P0300, P0301,
P0302, P0303, P0304, or P0172
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
Trim
VIN Range
2017-18
CR-V
EX, EX-L, Touring
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
BACKGROUND
Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may experience driveability concerns, which may result in DTC's P0300
(Random Misfire Detected), P0301 (No. 1 Cylinder Misfire Detected), P0302 (No. 2 Cylinder Misfire Detected), P0303
(No. 3 Cylinder Misfire Detected), P0304 (No. 4 Cylinder Misfire Detected), or P0172 (Fuel System Too Rich) to set.
There are one of two updates that can be performed. Check the iN VIN status inquiry for applicability.
•
18-114: Product Update: 2017-18 CR-V Software Update with A/C Control Unit Replacement DTC P0300, P0301,
P0302, P0303, P0304, or P0172
OR
•
18-124: Product Update: 2017-18 CR-V Software Update DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, or P0172
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign.
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible.
Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new or used vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before
they are sold.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Reset the maintenance minder light and replace only the oil. Clear any DTC's and update the PGM-FI and TCU
software with the latest version. Reset the throttle position learned values and do the PCM idle learn procedure.
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.
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2018 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Use the warranty information below only if dealerships is a participant of the bulk oil program.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
1245A4
Reset the maintenance
minder light. Update
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
oil and perform the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure.
0.9 hr
6DU00
D2Z00
A18124A
37805-5PA-A68
If your dealerships is not a participant of the bulk oil program, use the warranty information below.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
1245A4
Reset the maintenance
minder light. Update
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
oil and perform the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure.
0.9 hr
6DU00
D2Z00
A18124B
37805-5PA-A68
Skill Level: Repair Technician
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Drain Plug Washer (14 mm)
94109-14000
1
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
0W-20 (Bulk Oil Participants) Gallon
FS020-BAS-N0L
1
0W-20 (Non-Bulk Oil Participants) Quarts
08798-9063
4
MATERIAL INFORMATION
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SOFTWARE INFORMATION
NOTE
Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the i-HDS are not covered under warranty.
i-HDS Software Version: 1.004.037 or later
J2534 Software Information:
•
PC Application Version 1.1.0.2 or later
•
Database update 23-SEP-2018 or later
Before beginning the repair, make sure that both the i-HDS and J2534 software are updated as listed above.
Do only the update listed in this service bulletin.
You cannot apply the updates with the MVCI as a standalone tool. To update the software you must use the MVCI
or the DST-i interface in conjunction with the J2534 Rewrite PC application on the i-HDS.
For more information about updating the i-HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-023,
Updating Control Units/Modules.
Year/Model
Software
System
Program ID (or later)
Program P/N (or later)
2017-18 CR-V (2WD)
PGM-FI
PAA680
37805-5PA-A68
2017-18 CR-V (AWD)
PGM-FI
PAA880
37805-5PA-A88
2017-18 CR-V (2WD)
TCU
RHA040
28101-5RH-A04
2017-18 CR-V (AWD)
TCU
RGA040
28101-5RG-A04
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Reset the maintenance minder light.
NOTE
The maintenance minder light may not reset after the update is complete, so reset the maintenance minder first.
2. Drain and refill the engine oil. Do not replace the oil filter.
3. Connect the i-HDS to the vehicle.
4. Update the PGM-FI and TCU software using the i-HDS.
5. Reset the throttle position learned values then do the PCM idle learn procedure. Refer to service information for
additional instructions.
NOTE
More information on this procedure can be found in the Tech2Tech video titled, A Look at PCM Idle Learn.
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