Service Bulletin

14-057

September 16, 2014

ATB 52107 (1409)

Product Update: 2015 Fit Front Bumper Beam
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
2015
Fit

Trim
ALL

VIN Range
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility

BACKGROUND
After production of the 2015 Fit had begun, the design of the front bumper beam was changed to improve narrow offset
(also known as small overlap) front crash test dynamics. Because early production vehicles were manufactured with
the original front bumper beam design, American Honda has decided to provide the owners of those vehicles with the
updated front bumper beam through this product update campaign.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the front bumper beam.
NOTE: Some early production vehicles may also need to have a foam pad installed on the bumper.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign.
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible.
Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your new or used vehicle inventory. Repair these vehicles before
they are sold.
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name

Part Number

Quantity

Bumper Beam

71130-T5R-A01ZZ

1

Foam Pad

71570-TX4-A00

1 (if needed)

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number

Description

Flat Rate Time

Template ID

Failed Part Number

810125

Replace the front bumper beam.

0.6 hour

14-057A

71130-T5R-A00ZZ

Operation Number

Description

Flat Rate Time

Template ID

Failed Part Number

810125

Replace the front bumper beam.

0.6 hour

14-057B

71130-T5R-A00ZZ

A

Add the foam pad.

0.1 hour

Defect Code:

5JW00

Symptom Code: JG200
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 Honda automobile dealer.

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

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UPDATE PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle about chest high so you can easily access the front bumper.
2. Remove the front grille cover.

3. Remove the intake air duct.

4. Remove front bumper by removing the screws and clips.

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5. Pull out the front bumper at the wheel arch area to release it from the hooks on the side spacer.

6. With the help of an assistant, gently pull the front bumper away from the side spacer and release the bumper from
the hooks on the upper beam, then remove the front bumper.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with fog lights, disconnect the connectors while your assistant holds the front
bumper.

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7. Inspect the inside of the bumper cover for a foam pad. If there is no pad present, install one.

NOTE: There may be two fabric pads located on the front bumper beam. Do not reuse or replace these pads when
you replace the bumper beam.

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8. Remove the outside air temperature sensor by disconnecting the connector and the harness clip. Squeeze the tabs
on the outside air temperature sensor bracket to release the lock and remove it.

9. Remove the air ducts.

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10. Remove the front bumper beam.

NOTE: Both parts are similar but you can tell the new part from the original part by looking at the weld seams where
the bracket connects to the beam as shown.

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11. Apply a commercially available anti-rust paint like 3M Rust Fighter anti-rust coating (3M P/N 08892) or equivalent to
the areas shown, then install the new front bumper beam and torque the bolts to 22 N·m (16 lb-ft).

12. Install the outside air temperature sensor.
13. Install the air ducts.

14. Install the front bumper.
15. Install the intake air duct.
16. Install the front grille cover.
17. Write your dealer number and RO number on the original front bumper beam with a white paint pen before returning
it.
END
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