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Service Bulletin

15-048

August14,2015

02129 Version 1

CHECK SYSTEM Message Displayed with MIL On and DTC P16F7
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model

2014-15
2014-15

Civic
Civic

Trim

VIN Range

Si only
2-Door EX with MIT

ALL
ALL

SYMPTOM

The CHECK SYSTEM message is displayed with the MIL on and OTC P16F7 (starter inhibitor relay stuck on).
POSSIBLE CAUSES

The clutch is partially pressed, causing a misdetection of P16F7.
CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PGM-FI software.
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
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/Trim

Program ID
(or later)

Program P/N
(or later)

2014-15 Civic Si

X0A220

37805-RX0-A22

2014-15 2-Door EX with MIT

1AA130

37805-R1A-A13
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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.

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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number

Description

Flat Rate Time

Template ID

Failed Part Number

125517

Update the PGM-FI software.

0.2 hr

15-048A

37820-RX0-A21

Defect Code:

06801

Symptom Code:

03203

Skill Level:

Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE
Update the PGM-FI software with the MVCI. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
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