Service Bulletin

18-058

October 10, 2018

Version 1

TSX Passenger's Front Airbag Inflator Inspection
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year

Model

Trim

VIN Range

2009-13

TSX

L4

Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.

2010-13

TSX

V6

Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.

2011-13

TSX Sport
Wagon

ALL

Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.

BACKGROUND
American Honda is conducting an inspection of certain vehicles that have previously had the passenger's airbag inflator
replaced as part of the Takata Passsenger's Airbag Inflator recall.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Inspect the front passenger airbag inflator and, if the inflator is not installed correctly, replace the airbag module
assembly.
NOTES
These notes are applicable only when the airbag assembly is replaced:
•

Write the serial number and part number from the side of the new replacement front passenger’s airbag module box
on the repair order.

•

To properly dispose of the original inflator, you must remove it from the airbag module. See REMOVE THE
INFLATOR FROM THE ORIGINAL AIRBAG MODULE.

•

A new inflator box must be ordered and the original inflator must be returned in the box.

•

To return the inflator, follow the shipping instructions outlined in the parts information bulletin B15-0006, Inflator Kit
Return Process.

•

Place the original airbag module (without the inflator) in the airbag module box that the replacement came in. It may
be called in by American Honda.

•

Two photos are required to submit a warranty claim:
–

The inflator incorrectly installed.

–

The original airbag module serial number.

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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2018 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved

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PARTS INFORMATION
Airbag Assembly Replacement
Part Name

Part Number

Refer to the parts catalog using the VIN to ensure the correct airbag module and
ancillary parts are ordered.

Refer to the parts catalog.

•

Make sure the airbag inflator is removed from the original airbag module. See Remove the Inflator From the
Original Airbag Module section of this bulletin.

•

The new airbag module box must be used to return the old airbag module without the inflator to American Honda
(if requested). Be careful not to damage the airbag module box.

•

To return the inflator, follow the shipping instuctions outlined in the parts information bulletin B15-0006, Inflator Kit
Return Process.

•

Parts staff can scan the part number and serial number from the outside of the box into the warranty claim by using
the Controlled Part Serial No. screen and scanning the applicable information. Refer to the Job Aid Ordering and
Managing Replacement Inflators for more information.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
•

To avoid non-payment of warranty claims for airbag module assembly replacement, the new airbag module part
number and serial number must be included in each claim. For more information, refer to step 1 of AIRBAG
MODULE INSTALLATION.

•

To avoid a warranty claim being charged back to your dealership, follow the normal warranty part retention rules.
American Honda may call in the original airbag module.

•

The serial number is encoded into the bar code label attached to the outside of the box. If your dealership uses a
scanner, you can scan the serial number into the claim.

•

The part number is encoded into a barcode attached to the outside of the box. If your dealership uses a scanner,
you can scan the part number into the claim.

•

If you confuse the serial number and part number when entering the claim information, your claim will
automatically be rejected.

•

Template IDs are not included because there are many model/trim/color variations.

•

If the airbag module is replaced, two photos are required to submit a warranty claim:
–

The inflator incorrectly installed.

–

The original airbag module serial number.

Operation
Number

Description

Flat Rate
Time

Defect
Code

Symptom
Code

Failed Part Number

7540A6

TSX - Inspect the original
airbag inflator installation.

0.3 hr

Z0400

V2W00

77820-TL2-A20

7541G1

TSX - Inspect the inflator
and replace the original
airbag module.

0.5 hr

Z0400

V2W00

77820-TL2-A20

Skill Level: Repair Technician

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE
NOTE
If the VIN status inquiry indicates that the vehicle is subject to any open safety recalls, including a driver's
airbag inflator campaign/recall, make sure to also complete those recall repairs before returning the vehicle to
the client. If you are unable to complete any open recall, advise the client of the recall status and when the
recall could be completed.
1. Using a plastic trim tool, remove the passenger's dashboard side panel.

2. Open the glove box, and remove the passenger's dashboard trim.

3. Close the glove box, and remove the bolts and screws.

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4. Pull the glove box out to detach the clips.

5. Disconnect the glove box light connector and the trunk lid opener main switch connector.
6. Inspect the plastic collars on the passenger's airbag inflator.
•

If the long collar is closer to the front passenger's door, the inflator installation is GOOD. Reassemble the glove
box in the reverse order of removal.

•

If the long collar is closer to the driver's side, the inflator installation is NO GOOD. Go to AIRBAG MODULE
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE.
In addition, when the airbag module is replaced, AHM requires two clear photos of the following to be submitted
with your claim:
–

The inflator incorrectly installed.

–

The original airbag module serial number.

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AIRBAG MODULE INSTALLATION
1. For airbag module replacement only - Write the serial number and part number from the side of the new front
replacement passenger's airbag module box on the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the new front
passenger's airbag module part number and serial number must be included in the warranty claim.

2. Install the passenger's airbag module (assembly). Refer to the applicable model's service information.
3. After reconnecting the 12-volt battery, turn the ignition to ON, and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6
seconds, then goes off. If the indicator does not come on, or comes on and stays on, follow normal troubleshooting.
4. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation), and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if
applicable).
5. For airbag module replacement only - Remove the inflator from the original airbag module. Refer to REMOVE
THE INFLATOR FROM THE ORIGINAL AIRBAG MODULE.
6. For airbag module replacement only - Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement front
passenger's airbag module serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid the new
front replacement passenger's airbag module part number and serial number must be included in the warranty
claim.

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REMOVE THE INFLATOR FROM THE ORIGINAL AIRBAG MODULE
NOTE
If you replaced the original airbag module because of an incorrectly installed inflator, you must remove the inflator from
the original airbag module, and return the inflator as part of your pallet shipment to its supplier.
1. Order a new inflator box from XPO to return the original airbag module inflator. Use the contact information below:
Primary Contact: Tel#: 1-210-250-5079
Email: [email protected]
2. Remove the harness from the inflator bracket.
3. Short the red and yellow wires.
NOTE
Depending on the vehicle, you must cut the red or yellow wires to remove the inflator, and both sets of
wires must be shorted to prevent accidental deployment.
3.1. Cut the red wires about 2 inches from the inflator.
NOTE
There may be some protective tube covering the wires that needs to be cut away to access the wires.

3.2. Strip away about 1 inch of the red wire insulation, then twist the wires together.

3.3. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
3.4. Cut the yellow wires about 2 inches from the inflator.

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3.5. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.

3.6. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
3.7. Remove the four inflator nuts.

4. Remove the inflator bracket.
NOTE
You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.

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5. Remove the inflator by pulling it out.

6. Put the original inflator into the new inflator box acquired from XPO. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box
because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
7. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB B15-0006 to return the undeployed inflator.
8. Place the original airbag module (without the inflator) in the airbag module box that the replacement came in.
Properly fill out and attach a warranty claim tag to it. The original airbag module may be called in by AHM.
END

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