B19-006

Service Bulletin
August 10, 2019
19-006
Version 4
Warranty Extension: Engine Oil Consumption Exceeds Client
Expectations
Supersedes 19-006, dated May 18, 2019, to revise the information highlighted in yellow
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
Trim
VIN Range
2010-13
MDX
ALL
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
2011-12
RL
ALL
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
2009-14
TL
SH-AWD
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
2010-13
ZDX
ALL
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
REVISION SUMMARY
Under REPAIR PROCEDURE, steps were added.
CLIENT NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign. Warranty claims submitted within 6 months of
the client notification will be covered regardless of mileage or vehicle age. Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the
vehicle is shown as eligible.
BACKGROUND
The oil control rings may become clogged with carbon deposits. These deposits restrict the ring's ability to scrape and
return oil from the cylinder wall to the crankcase, which can result in excessive engine oil consumption that may exceed
client expectations.
To increase client confidence, American Honda is extending the engine warranty related to oil consumption to 8 years
from the original date of purchase or 125,000 miles, whichever comes first.
This warranty extension does not apply to any vehicle that has ever been declared a total loss or sold for salvage by a
financial institution or insurer, or has a branded or similar title under any states law. To check for vehicle eligibility,
you must do a VIN status inquiry.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
If the client complains of oil consumption, do the oil consumption test. If the test shows excessive oil consumption,
contact your DPSM for approval, then disassemble and inspect the engine. In most cases, you will need to replace the
pistons, piston pins, and rings.
CLIENT 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 Acura automobile dealer.
©
2019 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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PARTS INFORMATION ALL MODELS
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Oil Filter
15400-PLM-A01
1
EGR Pipe Gasket A
18716-R70-A01
1
EGR Pipe Gasket B
18719-R70-A01
1
Head Cover Gasket Set
12030-R70-A00
1
Head Cover Gasket Set RR
12050-R70-A00
1
Cylinder Head Gasket
12251-RKG-004
2
Exhaust Chamber Gasket
18115-R70-A01
2
Exhaust Pipe Gasket
18212-SA7-003
2
Front Injector Base Gasket
17055-RYE-A01
1
Front Water Passage Gasket
19411-P8A-A03
1
Intake Manifold Gasket
17105-RCJ-A01
1
Intake Manifold Cover Gasket (upper)
17146-R70-A01
1
Pre Chamber Gasket
18393-SDB-A00
1
Injector Base Gasket
17065-RYE-A01
1
Water Passage Gasket
19412-P8A-A02
1
Oil Seal (41 mm X 56 mm X 7 mm)
91212-5MR-A01
1
O-Ring
15221-RYE-A01
1
O-Ring (31.2 X 4.1)
91314-PH7-003
2
O-Ring (7.47 X 3.6)
91301-PLC-000
2
Bore Plate Seal
17112-RKB-003
1
Self-Lock Nut (8 mm)
90212-RCA-A01
8
Self-Lock Nut (10 mm)
90212-SA5-003
12
Piston Set
13010-RKG-305
6
Piston Ring Set
13011-RKG-305
6
Drain Washer (14 mm)
94109-14000
1
PARTS INFORMATION ADDITIONAL (MDX)
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Pre Chamber Gasket
18393-SJA-A01
1
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PARTS INFORMATION ADDITIONAL (RL)
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Flange Nut (10 mm)
90310-TK5-A00
4
Hex Cap Nut (10 mm)
90310-SJA-000
4
PARTS INFORMATION ADDITIONAL (TL)
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Hex Cap Nut (10 mm)
90310-SJA-000
1
PARTS INFORMATION ADDITIONAL (ZDX)
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Pre Chamber Gasket
18393-SJA-A01
1
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Acura Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
OL999-9011
3
Acura Genuine Motor Oil 5W-20
08798-9033
6
Hondabond HT (1 tube repairs 4 vehicles)
08718-0004
1
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Tapered Piston Ring Compressor (90mm)
ARP 901-9000
(commercially available
or equivalent)
1
TOOL INFORMATION
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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation
Number
Description
1111EH
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
2010-13 MDX: Do the
13.1 hrs
engine oil consumption
test, and replace the
pistons, pins, and rings.
B19006A
10002-RYE-A10
1111EH
2009-14 TL: Do the
11.0 hrs
engine oil consumption
test, and replace the
pistons, pins, and rings.
B19006B
10002-RK2-A03
1111EH
2011-12 RL: Do the
10.4 hrs
engine oil consumption
test, and replace the
pistons, pins, and rings.
B19006C
10002-RKG-A06
1111EH
2010-13 ZDX: Do the
11.0 hrs
engine oil consumption
test, and replace the
pistons, pins, and rings.
B19006D
10002-RP6-A01
6C500
Symptom
Code
Y3800
Skill Level: Repair Technician
DIAGNOSIS
1. Do an engine oil consumption test. Refer to job aid Engine Oil Consumption Test.
2. Review the results of the engine oil consumption test.
•
If the engine is consuming an unusually high amount of oil, contact your DPSM for approval, then go to REPAIR
PROCEDURE.
•
If the engine is consuming a normal amount of engine oil, the vehicle is OK. Have the service consultant explain
to the client that the vehicle is OK and the consumption of oil is within a normal range.
NOTE
Have the service consultant remind the client to check the engine oil level every time the fuel tank is filled.
Modern engines require less frequent oil changes, which may impact the amount of oil used between oil
changes.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE
The following service information procedures have been used in full or in part within this service bulletin. For more detail
on these procedures and torque specifications for some components, refer to the service information.
•
Engine Oil Replacement
•
Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection
•
Fuel Pressure Relieving
•
Coolant Replacement
•
Drive Belt Removal/Installation
•
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Check/Replacement
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•
Air Cleaner Removal/Installation
•
Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Removal
•
Front Bulkhead Cover Replacement
•
Cylinder Head Cover Removal
•
Intake Manifold Removal and Installation
•
Warm Up TWC Removal/Installation
•
Cylinder Head Removal and Installation
•
Cam Chain Removal and Installation
•
Valve Adjustment
•
Propeller Shaft Removal
•
Alternator Removal and Installation
•
Ignition coil and Spark Plug Removal and Installation
•
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Replacement
•
Strut Brace Removal/Installation
1. Relieve the fuel pressure.
NOTES
•
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
•
To avoid damaging any wires and terminals, unplug the circuit connectors carefully while holding the connector
portion.
•
Connect the i-HDS to the DLC, and monitor the ECT SENSOR 1. To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait
until the engine coolant temperature drops below 100°F (38°C) before loosening the cylinder head bolts.
•
Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact any other wiring or
hoses or interfere with any other parts.
2. Wait until the engine is cool, then carefully remove the radiator cap.
3. Loosen the drain plug on the radiator, and drain the engine coolant.
4. Plug the power steering hoses at the reservoir, and move them out of the way.
5. Do the battery removal procedure.
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6. Remove the engine cover. (TL has multiple covers.)
7. Disconnect the A/C suction line bracket at the right strut tower to allow for more clearance.
8. Remove the alternator.
9. Remove the intake manifold.
10. Remove the six ignition coils.
11. Remove the timing belt.
12. Disconnect the following engine wire harness connectors, and remove the wire harness clamps from the cylinder
head:
•
Six injector connectors
•
Knock sensor connector
•
ECT sensor 1 connector
•
Engine mount control solenoid valve connector
•
EGR valve connector
•
CMP sensor connector
•
Rocker arm oil control solenoid connector
•
Rocker arm oil pressure switch connector
•
Two A/F sensor connectors
•
Two secondary HO2S connectors
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13. Remove the front warm up TWC and the rear warm up TWC.
14. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover, then disconnect the fuel feed hose.
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15. Remove the connector bracket from the front cylinder head.
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16. Remove the mount control solenoid valve bracket from the rear cylinder head.
17. Remove the injector bases.
18. Remove the water passage.
19. Remove the camshaft pulleys and the back covers.
CYLINDER HEAD REMOVAL
1. Remove the cylinder head covers.
2. Remove the cylinder head bolts. To prevent warpage, loosen the bolts in sequence 1/3 turn at a time; repeat the
sequence until all the bolts are loosened.
3. Remove the cylinder heads, and visually inspect the head of the valves on the combustion side of the cylinder head
for damage.
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CYLINDER BORE INSPECTION
NOTES
IMPORTANT – When inspecting cylinder bores on engines related to this service bulletin, keep in mind that blocks were
produced with aluminum cylinder sleeves. These sleeves will look characteristically different from most other engines
that you have done service on. Additionally, just because a defect can be felt by a fingernail or pencil, does not
necessarily require the block to be changed.
Inspect the cylinder for any obvious concerns. Listed below are examples of concerns that may be found during your
inspection, which have been proven by factory testing to not create a functional issue.
•
During piston assembly at the factory, there may have been a vertical scratch created. This scratch can run the
entire length of the cylinder bore and can be felt by a fingernail. Potentially, each bore could be effected; however,
the cylinder block is OK. Go to OIL PAN REMOVAL.
•
In some cases, there is a discoloration of the cylinder bore. Examples are shown below. The cylinder block is OK.
Go to OIL PAN REMOVAL.
•
Additionally, blocks that have an area of light bore scuffing, also shown below, have been confirmed by testing that
the cylinder block is OK. Go to OIL PAN REMOVAL.
•
If the concern that you observe is different from these examples, contact your DPSM for evaluation.
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ENGINE OIL PAN REMOVAL
1. Drain the engine oil.
2. Disconnect the secondary HO2S.
3. Remove the under-floor TWC.
NOTE
Do not remove the front and rear secondary HO2S sensor.
4. Remove the rear warm up TWC bracket.
5. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector.
6. Remove the torque converter cover.
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7. Remove the transmission assembly mounting bolts attached to the oil pan.
8. Remove the bolts securing the oil pan.
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9. Using a flat blade screwdriver, separate the oil pan from the engine block as shown.
10. Remove the oil pan.
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REMOVAL OF PISTONS AND RODS
1. Remove the engine oil strainer and baffle plate.
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2. Remove the rod caps and the bearings.
NOTES
•
Before removing the rod caps, use a grease pencil or suitable marking pen to mark each cap and its
corresponding connecting rod with the cylinder number it came from. This ensures you are putting the same rod
and cap back together with the right orientation.
•
Do not confuse the existing markings on the side of the connecting rod and rod cap with a cylinder number.
They’re just manufacturing marks referring to the size of the big end of the rod.
•
Installing a rod cap incorrectly will result in engine knock and/or engine failure. Remove and mark one rod
assembly at a time to make sure it is assembled correctly.
•
When torqueing the rod cap bolts, refer to the service information for details.
If you would like to see a video on this subject, we have added one to Tech2Tech®. Look for “Tips When
Working With Fracture Rods.”
3. Gently use the handle of a wooden hammer to push out the pistons and connecting rod assemblies.
NOTE
Be careful not to damage the oil jets, cylinder walls, or the crankshaft when pushing out the pistons and the
connecting rod assemblies.
4. Visually inspect all the connecting rod bearings for signs of damage.
NOTES
•
If your fingernail catches on a scratch or groove in the bearing, replace it. Pictured are normal, reusable rod
bearings after about 35,000 miles. Some discoloration is normal and does not require replacement.
•
If the bearings look like they must be replaced, contact your DPSM for authorization.
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5. Remove the snap rings from both sides of each piston. Start at the cut-out in the piston pin bore. Remove the snap
rings carefully so they do not go flying or get lost. Wear eye protection.
6. Separately heat each piston and connecting rod assembly to about 158 °F (70 °C), then remove the piston pin.
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INSTALLATION OF PISTONS, RODS, AND RINGS
1. Install a piston pin snap ring only on one side of the new piston.
2. Coat the new piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with new engine oil.
3. Heat the new piston to about 158°F (70°C).
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4. Assemble the new piston and the connecting rod with the embossed marks on the same side, as shown below.
Install the new piston pin.
NOTE
Apply new engine oil to the new piston pin.
5. Install the remaining snap rings.
6. Assemble the other new pistons the same way.
7. Install the rings as shown. The top ring has a 1E mark and the second ring has a 2E mark. The manufacturing
marks must be facing upward.
8. Rotate the rings in their grooves to make sure they do not bind.
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9. Position the ring end gaps as shown.
10. Position the piston/connecting rod assembly with the arrow facing the timing belt side of the engine block.
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11. Set the piston in the ring compressor, and position it in the cylinder.
12. Set the ring compressor on the piston bore, then push the piston in with your hands.
13. Stop after the ring compressor pops free, and check the connecting rod-to-rod journal alignment before pushing the
piston into place.
14. Before installing the rod bolts, measure the diameter of each connecting rod bolt at point A and point B.
15. Calculate the difference in diameter between point A and point B.
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Point A-Point B = Difference in Diameter. Difference in Diameter Specification: 0-0.1 mm (0-0.004 in)
16. If the difference in diameter is out of tolerance, replace the connecting rod bolt.
17. Install the connecting rod bearing, then line up the mark on the connecting rod and the rod cap.
18. Apply new engine oil to the bolt threads and flanges. Torque the bolts to 20 N·m (14 lb·ft).
19. Tighten the connecting rod bolt an additional 90°.
NOTE
Remove the connecting rod bolt if you tightened it beyond the specified angle, and inspect the connecting rod bolt.
Do not loosen it back to the specified angle.
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20. Install the engine oil strainer and baffle plate.
21. Reinstall remaining components in the reverse order or removal and refill all fluids.
END
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