NHTSA ID Number: 10100689
Manufacturer Communication Number: A14-046
TSB/Document Date: 2017-05-25
Summary
"SERVICE BULLETIN - CERTAIN HONDA
VEHICLES OPERATED IN AREAS KNOWN FOR HIGH ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY AND HIGH HEAT MAY CONTAIN A FRONT PASSENGERS AIRBAG THAT, OVER TIME, MAY BE AFFECTED BY EXPOSURE TO THE HUMIDITY, WHICH COULD PRODUCE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL PRESSURE UPON DEPLOYMENT. IF AN AFFECTED AIRBAG DEPLOYS, THE INCREASED INTERNAL PRESSURE MAY CAUSE THE INFLATOR CASING TO RUPTURE. METAL FRAGMENTS COULD BE PROPELLED UPWARD TOWARD THE WINDSHIELD, OR DOWNWARD TOWARD THE FRONT PASSENGERS FOOT WELL, POSSIBLY CAUSING AN INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS."
14-046P
06780-S9V-A81 ZC
7541A8
04 790-S9V-308
0.8 hr
5NY00
JJ100
14-04P6
06780-S9V-A81 ZC
2004-05 Accord
2003-05 Civic
2003-04
CivicGX
2005 CR-V
2003-04
Element
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2005 Pilot
2006 Ridgeline
Skill Level:
7541A8
04 785-S9V-306
0.8 hr
SNY00
JJ100
14-0460
06780-S9V-A81 ZC
7541A8
04 790-S9V-305
0.8 hr
SNY00
JJ100
14-0406
06780-S9V-A81 ZC
7541A8
04 785-SJC-307
0.7 hr
SNY00
JJ200
14-046N
77820-SJC-A00ZA
7541A8
04 790-SJC-308
0.7 hr
SNY00
JJ200
14-04N6
77820-SJC-A00ZA
Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE:
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If the VIN status inquiry indicates that the vehicle is subject to any open safety recalls, including a driver's
airbag inflator campaign/recall, make sure to also complete those recall repairs before returning the vehicle
to the customer. If you are unable to complete any open recall, advise the customer of the recall status and
when the recall could be completed.
• Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then write down the
frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
Be careful not to damage any parts when replacing the inflator, and follow the procedure exactly.
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•
If, before removing the airbag, you suspect that it may be the incorrect airbag for the vehicle or a counterfeit, do not
remove the airbag. Contact your DPSM for assistance.
•
Make sure you have reviewed the SRS Precautions and Procedures in the applicable electronic service manual
before doing the REPAIR PROCEDURE.
1.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then
turns off.
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•
If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, go to step 2.
If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance
2.
Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3.
Remove the front passenger's airbag by referring to the applicable electronic service manual.
4.
Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
NOTE:
• The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short
when you reinstall the airbag.
• The brackets between the various models are similar but may differ from the example shown.
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5.
Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings.
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•
If there is nothing unusual about the airbag or the inflator, go to step 6.
If there are any unusual markings, like an incorrect label or a model year written in marker, the airbag and
inflator may not be the correct airbag and/or inflator for the vehicle or it may be a counterfeit part. For more
information about counterfeit airbags, you can refer to safercar.gov, enter keywords MANAGING
COUNTERFEIT, and select Recommended Dealer Guidance for Managing Counterfeit Air Bags from the
list. If you suspect that the airbag or inflator is counterfeit, do not continue this procedure. Contact your
DPSM for assistance.
NON-STANDARD SAFETY LABEL
GREASE PENCIL OR PAINT MARKINGS
........~
HAND ENGRAVING
NO LABELS ON INFLATOR
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6.
Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be
paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received must be included in the warranty claim.
NOTE:
• The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label and the serial number is printed on the
bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk.
• There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit, ignore it because it is not used.
• Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side
of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 04 7.
PASSENGER INFLATOR PARTS BOX
SELF-ADHESIVE
LABEL
7.
INSTALLATION
PARTS
INFLATOR
Remove the harness from both ends of the inflator bracket.
~ -
Disconnect and remove the
harness clip if applicable .
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8.
Short the red wires.
NOTE: You must cut and short the wires as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
•
Cut the red wires as shown.
•
Cut about 2 inches of the corrugated tube, then pull out the two red wires.
•
Strip away about 1 inch of the wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
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Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
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9.
Cut off the connector and short the yellow wires.
You must cut and short the wires as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
•
Cut all four wires to remove the connector.
•
Cut about 2 inches of the corrugated tube, then pull out the yellow wires.
Twist the ends together.
•
Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
10. Remove the four inflator nuts.
INFLATOR NUTS
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11 . Remove the inflator bracket.
NOTE: You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
12. Remove the inflator by pushing it out.
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13. Install the new inflator.
Click on the image below for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's
replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passengers
inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status
inquiry.
Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation
procedure for the part you received.
Part Number
04 785-S9A-307
04 785-S9A-306
04 785-SCV-307
04 785-S0X-306
04 785-S9V-307
04 785-S9V-306
04 785-SJC-307
One connector looks like a "D" whereas the other connector is a circle. Make sure you insert the "D" shaped
terminal into the airbag first.
NOTE: There is a yellow band marking on the circle side.
•
D-SHAPED TERMINAL
A white sticker covers the terminal.
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•
Slide the inflator in until the "D" aligns with the tab on the inflator bracket. There should be no space or gap between
the inflator and bracket.
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Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation
procedure for the part you received.
Part Number
04 790-S9A-308
04 790-SCV-308
04 790-S9V-308
04 790-SJC-308
•
One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a longer tab, a plastic cutout, and a small flat spot on the connector.
The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, a shorter tab, and a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with
the longer collar into the airbag first.
CUTOUT
NEW INFLATOR
RED DOT
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•
Slide the inflator in until the plastic cutout and the small flat spot align with the tab on the bracket. There should
be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
FIXED BRACKET END
No gap
CUTOUT
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•
Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. There should be a red dot visible on the end of the
plastic connector. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
ADJUSTABLE BRACKET END
ADJUSTABLE BRACKET
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Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation
procedure for the part you received.
Part Number
04 790-S0X-305
04 790-S9V-305
04 790-S9A-305
•
The collars on this inflator are orange, not white. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a tab, a plastic
cutout, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, no tab, and a
red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the longer collar into the airbag first.
NEW INFLATOR
LONG COLLAR
/
---.....,-----------
RED DOT
•
~
"
•
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•
Slide the inflator in until the plastic cutout and the small flat spot align with the tab on the bracket. There should
be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
FIXED BRACKET END
No gap
CUTOUT
TAB ON FIXED BRACKET
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•
Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. There should be a red dot visible on the end of the
plastic connector. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
ADJUSTABLE
BRACKET END
No gap
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14. Install the new 5 mm locknuts and torque them in sequence to 3.9 N•m (34 lb-in).
Be sure there are no gaps between
the inflator ends and the inflator brackets.
15. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
STICKER
COVERING
TERMINAL
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16. Install the new inflator harness.
•
Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
NOTE:
Make sure you have the orientation correct as shown below. If you connect the harness incorrectly, the
harness cannot be removed, and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too
short.
On the replacement inflators with plastic collars, connect the red wire connector to the connector with the
red dot.
On the replacement inflators without plastic collars, connect the red wire connector to the connector nearest
the yellow band.
•
Connect the two connectors. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator
connector, then press the connector into place.
(";\ Match up the "T" shape as shown .
~ The connectors are directional.
INFLATOR
HARNESS
CONNECTOR
®
Press the connector
into place until it clicks.
f?\ Wiggle the connector to
'-V make sure it's secure.
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•
After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure .
NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
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17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
•
•
Insert the side without the shrink-wrap tubing first. Insert the harness at the third "valley" in the corrugated tube.
Insert the side of the harness with the shrink-wrap tubing into the inflator bracket. Make sure the harness is
securely inserted and that it does not sag.
18. Reinstall the passenger's airbag into the vehicle and torque the new locknuts to 9.8 N•m (7 .2 lb-ft).
19. Reconnect the battery negative cable and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system
(if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Turn the ignition to the ON (II) position and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns
off.
21. Do the idle learn procedure (2003-04 CR-V, 2002-04 Odyssey, 2003-04 Pilot).
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•
Make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit, defogger, lights, etc.) are turned off, then start the engine.
Let the engine reach its normal operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle twice; the coolant temperature is
about 194° F).
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•
Let the engine idle for at least 5 minutes with the throttle fully closed and with all electrical items turned off.
If the cooling fans cycle on while doing an idle learn, add the time the cooling fans are on to the 5 minute idle
learn time.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because
if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A 15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number.
For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number must be included in the warranty claim.
END
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