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Service Bulletin

September 22, 2015

15-038
01998 Version 2

Remote Engine Starter Key Fob Panic Button Not Working
Supersedes 15-038, Remote Engine Starter Does Not Work, dated June 3, 2015, to revise the information
highlighted in yellow.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model

2015

Trim
ALL

CR-V

VIN Range

ALL

REVISION SUMMARY

The title was changed. The SYMPTOM and POSSIBLE CAUSES were updated.
SYMPTOM

The remote engine starter key Fob panic button is not working. Also, all four doors unlock when pushing the unlock
button once instead of unlocking the driver's door only.
POSSIBLE CAUSES

The remote engine starter key Fob is not programmed correctly.
CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the remote engine starter control unit.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name

Part Number

Quantity

Remote Engine Starter Control Unit

08E91-T2A-1 M002

1

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number

Description

Flat Rate Time

Template ID

Failed Part Number

1161 HO

Replace the remote engine
starter control unit.

0.5 hr

15-038A

08E91-T2A-1 M002

Defect Code:

03214

Symptom Code:

03217

Skill Level:

Repair Technician

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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

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1.

Remove the driver's dashboard undercover.
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2.

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Remove the flange nut that secures the control unit bracket.
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CONTROL UNIT
BRACKET

PANEL

BRACKET

FLANGE NUT

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3.

Remove the control unit from the bracket. Then, unplug the engine starter connector and antenna cable connector.
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ENGINE STARTER
HARNESS 28-PIN
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CABLE
CONNECTOR

ENGINE STARTER
HARNESS 28-PIN
CONNECTOR

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5.

Install the new control unit to the control unit bracket.
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BRACKET

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BRACKET

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VEHICLE
FLANGE NUT

6.

Install the control unit bracket on top of the vehicle bracket and align the control unit bracket with the edge of the
vehicle bracket.

7.

Torque the flange nut to 18.6-24.5 N·m (14-18 lb-ft).

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REMOTE ENGINE STARTER REGISTRATION
NOTE: Register the engine starter after making sure the HOS has been upgraded to the latest version as described
in the ServiceNews "Be Sure to Download HOS Software Version 3.012.023 on or After January 1, 2014".

1.

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Connect the HOS tester to the data link connector, then turn the ignition to ON.

3.

Start the HDS, and click on the car icon.

4.

Input the VIN and other required information into the HDS, then click on the check button.
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5.

CHECK BUTTON

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6.

Select R/C ENG STARTER, then click on the check button.
Select
RIC ENG STARTER

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