Service Bulletin
July 16, 2014

14-026
BTB 51864 (1407)

MID Reads “12 Volt Battery Charging System Problem”
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year

Model

Trim

VIN Range

2014

MDX

2WD

5FRYD3H..EB000001 thru 5FRYD3H..EB016054

2014

MDX

SH-AWD

5FRYD4H..EB000001 thru 5FRYD3H..EB032792

SYMPTOM
The MID reads “12 Volt Battery Charging System Problem”. In addition, DTC P16E3 (PGM-FI battery sensor LIN
communication error) may be stored.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
The LIN communication buss may have experienced a communication problem.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the gauge control module software.
SOFTWARE INFORMATION
NOTE: Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the HDS or MVCI are not covered under
warranty.
MVCI Control Module (CM) Update:
Application Version 3.01.40 or later
Database update 25-APR-2014 or later
HDS Software Version:
3.014.009 or later
Before beginning the repair, make sure that both the HDS and 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 Recommended
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.
For more information about updating the HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to Service Bulletin 01-026,
Updating Control Units/Modules.

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.

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Year/Model
2014 MDX 2WD
2014 MDX SH-AWD
2014 MDX 2WD with TECH,
TECH-ENT
2014 MDX SH-AWD TECH,
TECH-ENT
2014 MDX 2WD Advance
2014 MDX SH-AWD Advance

Program ID (or later)
Z5A020
A6A020
Z5A120

Program P/N (or later)
78109-TZ5-A02
78109-TZ6-A02
78109-TZ5-A12

Z6A120

78109-TZ6-A12

Z5A220
Z6A220

78109-TZ5-A22
78109-TZ6-A22

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number

Description

Flat Rate Time

Template ID

Failed Part
Number

7165A0

Update the control module
software.

0.4 hr

14-026N

78100-TZ6-A11

Defect Code:

03217

Symptom Code: 03215
Skill Level:

Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Make sure the vehicle is in the LOCK mode.
2. With the parking brake set, press the ENGINE START/STOP button to select the ON mode (the daytime running
lights should be off).
3. Turn the headlight switch off.
4. Update the gauge control module (meter) software. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control
Units/Modules.

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