NHTSA ID Number: 10108256
Manufacturer Communication Number: A15-023
TSB/Document Date: 2017-06-30
Summary
A RUBBING OR GROANING IS HEARD FROM THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG MODULE WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL.
Service Bulletin
(g)HONDA
15-023
May 15, 2015
01746 Version 1
Rubbing or Groaning from the Driver's Front Airbag Area
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
2013-14
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
2013-14
2015
2015
Model
Accord
Accord
Accord
Accord Hybrid
Accord
Accord
Crosstour
Crosstour
Crosstour
Trim
ALL
L4 Coupe
L4 Sedan
ALL
V6 Coupe
V6 Sedan
ALL
L4
V6
VIN Range
ALL
1HGCT1 B8 ... 000001 thru 1HGCT1 B8 ... 005372
1HGCR2FS ... 000001 thru 1HGCR2FS ... 082162
1HGCR6FS ... 000001 thru 1HGCR6FS ... 004895
1HGCT2B8 ... 000001 thru 1HGCT2B8 ... 003790
1HGCR3F8 ... 000001 thru 1HGCR3F8 ... 014358
ALL
SJ6TF3 ... FL000001 thru SJ6TF3 ... FL001082
SJ6TF2 ... FL000001 thru SJ6TF2 ... FL002125
SYMPTOM
A rubbing or groaning is heard from the driver's front airbag module while turning the steering wheel.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Noise is generated from moving parts/friction within the damper assemblies in the horn plate assembly.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the horn plate assembly.
PART INFORMATION
Quantity
Part Name
Part Number
Horn Plate Assembly
77811-T2A-A70
1
90134-S6A-A80
2
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number
Description
Flat Rate Time
Template ID
Failed Part Number
7111 AS
Replace Horn Plate Assembly
0.4 hr
15-023A
78501-T2A-U51 ZA
Defect Code:
07403
Symptom Code:
04201
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
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 Acura automobile dealer.
© 2015 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Make sure the ignition is turned to OFF.
2.
Disconnect and isolate the negative cable with the battery sensor from the battery.
NOTE:
•
•
•
Always disconnect the negative cable first.
To protect the battery sensor connector from damage, do not hold it when removing the negative terminal.
Do not disconnect the battery sensor from the negative terminal.
NEGATIVE CABLE
AND BATTERY SENSOR
Disconnect th is first.
BATTERY
SENSOR
CONNECTOR
~
3.
Disconnect the positive battery cable and the battery terminal from the battery.
4.
Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work to allow the airbag system to de-energize.
5.
Remove the Torx bolts using a Torx T-30.
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6.
Pull up on both locking tabs to disconnect the driver's airbag inflator connectors on the cable reel harness.
DRIVER'S AIRBAG
HORN SWITCH
CONNECTOR
7.
Disconnect the horn switch connector.
8.
Remove the driver's airbag.
9.
Remove the three horn plate assembly bolts and washers and discard. Remove the three springs and discard.
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10. Install the new Horn Plate Assembly with the new bolts, washers, and springs. Torque the bolts to (3.5 ± .05 N·m),
(2.5 ± .03 lb-ft).
11. Connect the driver's airbag inflator connector to the cable reel subharness to the airbag by aligning the guide tab to
the groove on the connectors.
NOTE: Do not pinch the driver's airbag inflator harness.
DRIVER'S AIRBAG
HORN SWITCH
CONNECTOR
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12. Connect the horn switch connector.
13. Place the driver's airbag in the steering wheel.
14. Torque the new Torx bolts to 9.4 N·m (6.9 lb-ft).
> TORX bolts
CLEARANCE
2.0 ± 0.5 mm
(0 .079 ± 0.020 in)
CLEARANCE
2 .0 ± 0 .5 mm
(0 .079 ± 0.020 in)
15. Reconnect the positive cable to the battery terminal.
NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.
16. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery terminal.
NOTE: To protect the battery sensor connector from damage, do not hold it when installing the negative terminal.
17. Clear any DTCs with the H DS.
18. Turn the ignition to ON, check that the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
END.
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TSB/Document ID: A15-023
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2015-05-21
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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