Service Bulletin
September 4, 2015

13-081
01365-02166 Version 6

Warranty Extension: MIL Comes On With DTCs P0301 thru P0304
Supersedes 13-081, dated January 20, 2015, to revise the information highlighted in yellow.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
2011–13

Model
Odyssey

Trim
ALL

VIN Range
Check the iN VIN Status for Eligibility

REVISON SUMMARY
All Sections were revised; American Honda recommends that you review the entire bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
2011 Models: Complete diagnosis procedure and if necessary, update PCM software, replace affected spark
plugs then clean pistons and replace the piston rings (Procedure B).
2012–13 Models: Complete diagnosis procedure, replace affected spark plugs then clean the pistons and
replace the pistons rings (Procedure B). No need for software update as 2012–13 model vehicles are equipped
with updated software from factory.
BACKGROUND
American Honda is announcing a powertrain warranty extension as a result of a settlement of a class action captioned,
Soto et al.v. American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Case No. 3:12-cv-1377-SI (N.D. Cal.).
The piston rings on certain cylinders may rotate and align, which can lead to spark plug fouling. This can set DTCs
P0301 No. 1 cylinder misfire detected, P0302 No. 2 cylinder misfire detected, P0303 No. 3 cylinder misfire detected,
P0304 No. 4 cylinder misfire detected, and cause the MIL to come on.
American Honda is extending the powertrain warranty to cover repairs related to engine misfire (that triggers DTCs
P0301 through P0304) to 8 years with unlimited mileage from the original date of purchase and has settled a class
action based on this remedial measure.
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 state’s law.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles were sent a class action settlement notice regarding this warranty extension starting in
October 2013.
Before doing work on a vehicle, verify its eligibility by doing an iN VIN status inquiry.
Refer customers seeking information about settlement benefits to www.enginemisfiresettlement.com, or instruct them to
call 888-888-3082.

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.

© 2015 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved

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DIAGNOSIS
1. Connect the HDS and check for the following DTCs: P0301 No. 1 Cylinder Misfire Detected,
P0302 No. 2 Cylinder Misfire Detected, P0303 No. 3 Cylinder Misfire Detected, P0304 No. 4 Cylinder Misfire
Detected.
Are any of these DTCs stored?
YES – Go to step 2.
NO – Stop. This bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
2. Remove and check the spark plug(s) on the affected cylinders (example: if P0301 is stored, check the spark plug on
cylinder No. 1).
Are the spark plug(s) fouled?
YES – Proceed to Step 3.
NO – Stop. This bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.

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3. For 2011 Odyssey only: Check the PCM software version P/N located above the PGM FI Data List.

Year/Model

Program ID (or later)

Program P/N (or later)

2011 Odyssey (5-speed A/T)

V0A560

37805-RV0-A56

2011 Odyssey (6-speed A/T)

V0A760

37805-RV0-A76

2012–13 Odyssey (ALL)

Software Updated from Factory

Is the PCM Program ID and/or Program P/N the same or newer than what is listed above, 2011 model years
only?
NO – The PCM software needs to be updated. Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
YES – The correct software is installed. The piston rings on select cylinders need to be replaced. Go to step 4.
4. Note which DTCs are stored in the vehicle.
Does the vehicle have DTC P0304 stored? (Any combination of DTCs P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 may also be
stored.)
YES – Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B for the cylinders listed, Cylinders 1–4: Clean the pistons, replace the
piston rings, and replace the spark plugs.
NO – Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B for the cylinders listed below:
• Cylinder 1–3: Clean the pistons and replace the pistons rings.
• Cylinder 1–4: Replace the spark plugs.

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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
PROCEDURE NOTICE: 2011 Models, confirm PCM software is or has been updated with the correct version
(Procedure A). Then piston cleaning, piston ring and spark plug replacement should be done (Procedure B).
Failure to follow this process correctly may result in a full debit of the warranty claim to your dealer.
2012–13 Models: Are equipped with updated software from the factory, no software update is needed. Piston
cleaning, piston ring replacement along with the spark plugs should be performed (Procedure B).
FLAT RATE NOTE: The procedure in this bulletin is different than the service manual. This procedure does not
require the complete removal of the power steering pump, catalytic converter(s), engine and transmission, or the
crankshaft. As a result, the operation number is unique and the FRT is reduced (Procedure B).
OP#

Description

1171H2A 2011 Odyssey: Procedure A
Add to update the PCM on 2011 Odyssey only.
2011–13 Odyssey: Procedure B
Replace piston rings 1–3 and replaced spark
plugs 1–4 (includes diagnosis).
1171H2B 2011–13 Odyssey: Add if replacing piston rings on
cylinder 4.

Flat Rate Time Failed Part Number

0.1 hr

13011–5G0–A01

8.5 hrs

13011-RG0-A01

0.8 hr

13011–5G0–A01

1171H2

Defect Code:

5V500

Symptom Code: JC000
Skill Level:

Repair Technician

PARTS INFORMATION
NOTE: Do the DIAGNOSIS first to determine which cylinders you will need to repair.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A – SOFTWARE UPDATE AND CYLINDERS 1–4 SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
Required Parts
Part Name
Spark Plug

Part Number

Quantity

12290-R71-L01

4

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REPAIR PROCEDURE B – PISTON CLEANING AND RING REPLACEMENT
Required Parts
Part Name

Part Number

Cyl. Gasket (Fr)
Cyl. Gasket (Rr)
Drain Washer 14 mm
EGR Pipe Gasket A
EGR Pipe Gasket B
Ex. Chamber Gasket
Ex. Pipe Gasket
Head Gasket Fr. (Valve Cover)
Head Gasket Rr. (Valve Cover)
In. Manifold Gasket (Intake Top Cover)
In. Manifold Gasket (In. Manifold to Base)
Oil Filter
O-ring (7.47 mm x 3.6 mm)
O-ring (31.2 mm x 4.1 mm)
Piston Ring Set
Pre-chamber Gasket
Self-locking Nut (8 mm)
Self-locking Nut (10 mm)
Spark Plug
Strainer O-ring
Timing Belt Bolt
Water Gasket Fr.
Water Gasket Rr.

Cyl 1-3

12251-R70-A01
12261-R70-A01
94109-14000
18716-R70-A01
18719-R70-A01
18115-R70-A01
18212-SA7-003
12030-R70-A00
12050-R70-A00
17146-R70-A01
17105-RCJ-A01
15400-PLM-A02
91301-PLC-000
91314-PH7-003
13011-5G0-A02
18393-SDB-A00
90212-RCA-A01
90212–SA5-003
12290-R71-L01
15221-RYE-A01
14551-RCA-A01
19411-P8A-A03
19412–P8A-A02

Cyl 1-4

1
1
1
1
2
2
3
1
4
9
4
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
4
1
8
9
4
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
2

Replaced Parts as Needed for Repair Procedure B
Part Name

Part Number

Cyl 1-3

Cyl 1-4

Connecting Rod Bolt (May require up to 8 bolts
per cylinder head)
Washer-Bolt (12 x 163) (May require up to 8
bolts per cylinder head)

13204–P8A–A01

6

8

90005–PAA–A01

8

8

REQUIRED MATERIALS – REPAIR PROCEDURE B
Material Description
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W–20
Hondabond HT (1 Tube Repairs 5 Vehicles)
Genuine Honda Throttle Plate Cleaner
Nylon Parts Cleaning Brush
5/16 ID Flexible Hose

Part Number
OL999–9011
08798–9036
08718–0004
08700–9204
(commercially available)
(commercially available)

Quantity
3 gallons
6 quarts
1 tube

TOOL INFORMATION – REPAIR PROCEDURE B
Tool Description

Piston Ring Groove Cleaner

Tool Number

Quantity

07AAZ–TA5A100

1

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REPAIR PROCEDURE A – SOFTWARE UDPATE AND CYLINDERS 1–4 SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
1.

For 2011 models only, update the PCM software. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.

2.

Continue to REPAIR PROCEDURE B – ENGINE REPAIR.

REPAIR PROCEDURE B – PISTON CLEANING AND RING REPLACEMENT
2011 Models: Confirm PCM software is or has been updated with the correct version (Procedure A). Continue to
(Procedure B).
2012–13 Models: Are equipped with the updated software from the factory, no software update is needed. Piston
cleaning and piston ring replacement along with the spark plugs should only be done after the diagnosis of the spark
plugs has concluded that (Procedure B) is required.