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Service Bulletin

August 27, 2015

15-040
02230 Version 2

Firm 2nd to 3rd Gear Upshifts Under Certain Driving Conditions
Supersedes 15-040, dated August 19, 2015, to revise the information highlighted in yellow.
REVISON SUMMARY
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Under AFFECTED VEHICLES, VIN range has been updated.
Under REPAIR PROCEDURE, add additional bullet to NOTE and added PCM idle learn procedure .

AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
2015
2015

Model
TLX
TLX

Trim
V62WD
V6 SH-AWD

VIN Range
19UUB2 ... FA000001 to 19UUB2 ... FA007800
19UUB3 ... FA000001 to 19UUB3 ... FA022024

SYMPTOM
Under certain driving conditions some client may experience a firmer-than-expected upshift from 2nd to 3rd gear.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The TCM software is not optimized for a consistent 2nd to 3rd upshift under all conditions.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the TCM software to get optimal performance out of the transmission, clear any DTCs, and do the PCM idle
learn procedure.
NOTE: After completing the software update, check the Idle Learning signal in the PGM-FI Data List. If it reads NOT
COMPLETE, check the Target Idle Torque Correction Learning value. If it reads 65 N•m (47.9 lb-ft) you need to
update the PCM. Refer to Service Bulletin 15-038, Hesitation, Surge, High Idle, or Auto Idle Stop Does Not Work, for
software update information. If the value reads 12 N•m (8.8 lb-ft), complete the idle learn as according to the service
information.
SOFTWARE INFORMATION
NOTE: Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the HOS or MVCI are not covered under
warranty.
MVCI Control Module (CM) Update:
Application (FW) Version 3.01.42 or later
Database Update 04-Aug-2015 or later
HOS Software Version:
3.016.042 or later.
Before beginning the repair, make sure that both the HDS and the MVCI are updated as listed above.
Do only the update listed in this service bulletin.
Check that the MVCI indicates the applicable program ID listed below (or a later program ID) as the Available 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.

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.

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

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For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-026,
Updating Control Units/Modules.

Year/Model
2015 TLX
2015 TLX
2015 TLX
2015 TLX

Trim
2WD Base/Tech
2WD Advance
AWD Base/Tech
AWDAdvance

Program ID (or later)
J43150
J43160
L93150
L93170

Program P/N (or later)
28101-5J4-3150
28101-5J4-3160
28101-5L9-3150
28101-5L9-3170

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.

Operation
Number

Description

2235A2

Update the TCM software and clear
any DTCs.

0.2 hr

Do the PCM idle learn procedure.

0.1 hr

A
Defect Code:

03214

Symptom Code:

03216

Skill Level:

Repair Technician

Flat Rate Time

Template ID

Failed Part Number

15-040

06280-5L9-A52

REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.

Update the TCM software with the MVCI. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/Modules.

NOTE:
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On vehicles equipped with auto idle stop, the MVCI may indicate error code 56 during the update. If you see
the error code, open the hood, disable auto idle stop using the switch in the center console area, and retry the
update again leaving the hood open.
After completing the software update, check the Idle Learning signal in the PGM-FI Data List. If it reads NOT
COMPLETE, check the Target Idle Torque Correction Learning value. If it reads 65 N·m (47.9 lb-ft) you
need to update the PCM. Refer to Service Bulletin 15-038, Hesitation, Surge, High Idle, or Auto Idle Stop Does
Not Work, for software update information. If the value reads 12 N·m (8.8 lb-ft), complete the idle learn as
according to the service information.

2.

Clear any stored DTCs with the HOS.

3.

Do the PCM idle learn procedure:
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Make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit, rear window defogger, lights, etc.) are turned off.
Start the engine, and let it reach operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle twice).
Let the engine idle for 10 minutes with the throttle fully closed.
Turn the ignition to OFF.
Jump the SCS line with the HOS.
Wait 60 seconds, then exit the SCS mode.

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