NHTSA ID Number: 10129801
Manufacturer Communication Number: A18-012
TSB/Document Date: 2018-03-12
Summary
Service bulletin - The customer is unable to insert the fuel nozzle into the filler neck and fuel the vehicle in cold weather. Water or moisture has entered the fueling area and frozen the capless fuel shutter set in the fuel filler neck.
Service Bulletin
18-012
February 22, 2018
Version 1
Capless Fuel Shutter Set (Mis-Fuel Inhibit Device) Is Frozen
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
VIN Range
2016-17
Civic
4-door
ALL
SYMPTOM
The customer is unable to insert the fuel nozzle into the filler neck and fuel the vehicle in cold weather.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Water or moisture has entered the fueling area and frozen the capless fuel shutter set in the fuel filler neck.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the capless fuel shutter set. Install the fuel filler lid cover and apply the fuel lid label (if applicable).
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
3101U2
Replace the capless
fuel shutter set. Install
the fuel lid cover only.
0.7 hr
03214
03217
A18012A
17060-TBA-L01
3101U2
Replace the capless
fuel shutter set. Install
the fuel lid cover and
the fuel lid label.
0.7 hr
03214
03217
A18012B
17060-TBA-L01
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.
©
2018 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Fuel Filler Caution Label (Si models only)
17669-R9S-A10
1
Fuel Filler Lid Cover
17666-TBA-A01
1
Capless Shutter Set (Mis-Fuel Inhibit Device)
17671-TBA-A02
1
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the mis-fuel inhibit device by breaking the 6 lock tabs.
2. Pry up the lock tab and remove the mis-fuel inhibit device.
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3. Install the new mis-fuel inhibit device.
4. On Si models only: Apply the fuel lid label to the new fuel lid cover as shown.
NOTE
Make sure the new fuel lid cover is clean and grease-free, especially on the surface where the label will be applied.
5. Align the hooks on the top edge of the fuel lid cover to the fuel door.
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6. Press the bottom of the fuel lid cover to the fuel door until both locking tabs click. This indicates the fuel lid cover is
securely and correctly installed.
7. Make sure the fuel door closes and latches without contact or interference from the mis-fuel inhibit device and
surrounding area. The gap between the door and the surrounding quarter panel should remain consistent.
8. Make sure the fuel door release works correctly when using the driver's door switch.
END
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