Service Bulletin
January 16, 2016

13-095
50613-02943 Version 3

2011–14 Odyssey: MIL Comes On with DTC P0404
(Supersedes 13-095, dated November 18, 2013, to revise the information highlighted in yellow)
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2011–13
Odyssey
2014
Odyssey

Trim
ALL
ALL

VIN Range
ALL
From VIN 5FNRL5H..EB000001 thru 5FNRL5H..EB029152

REVISION SUMMARY
Under AFFECTED VEHICLES and SOFTWARE INFORMATION, 2011–12 models were added.
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on with DTC P0404 (EGR valve circuit range/performance problem).
POSSIBLE CAUSES
During extended driving, the PCM may command excessively high lift EGR values that may damage an internal
component in the EGR valve.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the EGR valve and update the PGM-FI software.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name

Part Number

Quantity

EGR Valve Set (EGR valve and gasket):

18011-R70-A00

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.

© 2016 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved

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SOFTWARE INFORMATION
NOTE: Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the HDS or MVCI are not covered under
warranty.
MVCI Control Module (CM) Update:
Application Version 3.01.50 or later
Database Update: 23-Nov-2015 or later
HDS Software Version:
3.017.012 or later
Before beginning the repair, make sure that both the HDS and MVCI are updated as listed above.
Do only the update listed in this service bulletin.
Make sure the MVCI indicates the applicable program ID listed below (or a later program ID) as the Recommended
Update when the update begins.
If the MVCI displays This vehicle does not need an update at this time during the update, the software for this
service bulletin is already installed.
For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-023,
Updating Control Units/Modules.
Year/Model

Program ID (or later)

Program P/N (or later)

System to Update

**2011–12 Odyssey (5A/T)

V0A240

37805-RV0-A24

PGM-FI

*2011 Odyssey (5A/T)

V0A580

37805-RV0-A58

PGM-FI

**2011 Odyssey (6A/T)

V04250

37805-RV0-425

PGM-FI

*2011 Odyssey (6A/T)

V0A780

37805-RV0-A78

PGM-FI

**2012 Odyssey (6A/T)

V04250

37805-RV0-425

PGM-FI

**2012 Odyssey (6A/T)

V0A360

37805-RV0-A36

PGM-FI

*2013 Odyssey (5A/T)

V0A580

37805-RV0-A58

PGM-FI

*2013 Odyssey (6A/T)

V0A780

37805-RV0-A78

PGM-FI

*2014 Odyssey (ALL)

V0A650

37805-RV0-A65

PGM-FI

*Keihin PCMs contain separate software programs for the PGM-FI and A/T systems. Update only the FI system on
these vehicles.
**Continental PCMs contain only one software program that contains the software for both the PGM-FI and A/T
systems. Update the PGM-FI system on these vehicles. For more information about these PCMs and how they are
different from PCMs by Keihin, refer to the ServiceNews article “New PCM Supplier for Odysseys and Pilots.”
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation
Number

Description

Flat Rate
Time

Defect
Code

Symptom
Code

Template ID

Failed Part
Number

1211EX

Replace the EGR
valve and update the
PGM-FI software.

0.4 hr

03217

03203

13-095A

18011-R70-A00

Skill Level:

Repair Technician

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REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the engine cover.

2. Disconnect the EGR valve 5-pin connector

3. Remove the EGR valve.
4. Install the new EGR valve in the reverse order of removal and torque the nuts to 22 N·m (16 lb-ft).
5. Update the PGM-FI software. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
END

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