Service Bulletin
September 27, 2014

14-038
ATB 51877-00169 REV1 (1409)

Front Brake Caliper Bracket Contacts Rotor Causing Grinding,
Rubbing, or Screeching Noise
Supersedes 14-038, dated September 23, 2014, to revise the information highlighted in yellow.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2014
Odyssey
2015
Odyssey

Trim
ALL
ALL

VIN Range
5FNRL5…EB098185 thru 5FNRL5…EB110523
5FNRL5...FB009095 thru 5FNRL5...FB014769

REVISION SUMMARY
• The Operation Number was changed under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION.
SYMPTOM
The front brakes grind, rub or screeches
POSSIBLE CAUSES
An improperly machined front brake caliper bracket may come in contact with the front brake disc(s).
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the left, the right, or both front brake caliper brackets and refinish the disc(s). If necessary, replace the brake
disc(s).
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name

Part Number

Quantity

Left-Front Brake Caliper Assembly

45019-TK8-A01

1

Right-Front Brake Caliper Assembly

45018-TK8-A01

1

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.

© 2014 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved

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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number
4101E6

Description

Flat Rate Time

Replace one front brake caliper bracket

0.5

A

Add to if replacing both front caliper
brackets

0.3

B

Add to resurface one front brake disc
(Do not use with Combo Code “C”)

0.4

C

Add to resurface both front brake discs
(Do not use with Combo Code “B”)

0.8

D

Add to if replacing one front brake disc
(Do not use with Combo Code “E”)

0.2

E

Add to if replacing both front brake discs
(Do not use Combo Code “D”

0.4

Defect Code:

Failed Part Number

45019-TK8-A01

07701

Symptom Code: 04201
Skill Level:

Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the front wheels.

3. Remove the brake hose mounting bolt.

BRAKE HOSE
MOUNTING BOLT

CALIPER
ASSEMBLY
PIECE OF WIRE

FLANGE
BOLTS

PAD RETURN
SPRINGS

CALIPER PIN

4. While holding the caliper pins with a wrench, remove the flange bolts. Being careful not to damage the pin boots,
remove the caliper and hang it up out of the way. To prevent damage to the caliper or brake hose, use a short piece
of wire to hang the caliper from the undercarriage. Do not twist the brake hose excessively. Check the hose for
damage and deterioration.
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5. Hold the brake pads and remove the pad springs.
NOTE: The pad return springs are installed on the pads to prevent brake drag. Be careful when removing the
caliper body or the spring could pop out of position.

BRAKE PADS
AND SHIMS

PAD RETURN
SPRINGS

Reuse.

Reuse.

6. Remove the brake pads

7. Remove the brake caliper bracket mounting bolts, then remove the caliper bracket from the knuckle.

CALIPER
BRACKET BOLTS

Do not reuse.

CALIPER BRACKET

Do not reuse.

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8. Inspect both surfaces of the brake disc and the insides of both brake retainers for any damage. Repeat for the
opposite side.


If there is damage go to step 09.



If there is no damage go to step 11.

Inspect both disc surfaces.

Inspect the inside surface
of the brake retainers.

BRAKE RETAINER

9. Refinish the damaged brake disc (or the side which has a damaged retainer) with a Honda-approved commercially
available on-car brake lathe to remove any damage. Refer to S/B 00-088.

10. After refinishing the disc, use a micrometer to measure the brake disc thickness about 10 mm (0.39 in) in from the
outer edge of the brake disc. Maximum refinishing limit: 26.0 mm (1.024 in)


If the disc is within specification, go to step # 11



If the disc is not within specification, replace the brake disc then got to step #11
10 mm (0.39 in)

MICROMETER

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11. Remove the new caliper bracket from the caliper. The new caliper will not be used.
CALIPER
BRACKET BOLTS

137 N.m (101 lb-ft)

NEW BRAKE CALIPER
ASSEMBLY

Separate the bracket
from the caliper.

NEW CALIPER

Do not use.

NEW CALIPER
BRACKET

12. Install the new brake caliper bracket and torque the bolts to 137 N·m (101 lb-ft).

13. Apply a thin coat of M-77 assembly paste to the retainer mating surface of the brake pad.
NOTE: Keep grease and assembly paste away from the brake disc and brake pad surface. Contaminated brake
disc or brake pads reduce stopping ability.

CALIPER
PISTONS

WEAR
INDICATOR

PAD RETURN
SPRINGS
SHIMS

BRAKE PADS

SHIM

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14. Install the original brake pads with the wear indicator on the upper inside position on the new caliper bracket.

15. While holding the brake pads, insert the pad return spring ends into the pad installation holes securely.

16. Install the original caliper onto the bracket. Hold the caliper pin with a wrench and install the flange bolts, and torque
them to 50 N·m (37 lb-ft) being careful not to damage the pin boot.
CALIPER PIN

BRAKE HOSE
MOUNTING BOLT
21 N.m (15 lb-ft)

CALIPER BOLTS
50 N.m (37 lb-ft)

CALIPER

17. Install the brake hose mounting bolt and torque them to 21 N·m (15 lb-ft).

18. Clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc and the inside of the wheel, then install the front wheels.

WHEEL NUTS

127 N.m (94 lb-ft)

19. Press the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes work.

END

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