NHTSA ID Number: 10152436
Manufacturer Communication Number: A18-137_V2
TSB/Document Date: 2019-01-05
Summary
"Service bulletin - Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may experience driveability issues which may result in DTCs P0300 (random misfire detected), P0301 (No. 1 cylinder misfire detected), P0302 (No. 2 cylinder misfire detected), P0303 (No. 3 cylinder misfire detected), P0304 (No. 4 cylinder misfire detected), or P0172 (fuel system too rich)."
Service Bulletin
December 22, 2018
18-137
Version 2
Product Update: 2016-18 Civic: Software Update with A/C Control Unit
Replacement; DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, or P0172
Supersedes 18-137, dated December 21, 2018, to revise the information highlighted in yellow
REVISION SUMMARY
•
Information was removed from PARTS INFORMATION
•
Information was added under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
VIN Range
2016
Civic
EX, EX-L, Touring (2-Door, 4Door)
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2017
Civic
EX, Touring, Si (2-Door, 4Door)
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2017
Civic
LX, LX With Honda
Sensing,
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
EX, Sport, EX-L, Sport Touring
(5-Door)
2018
Civic
EX, Touring, Si (2-Door)
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2018
Civic
EX, EX With Honda Sensing,
EX-T, EX-A, Si (4-Door)
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2018
Civic
LX,LX With Honda Sensing,
EX, EX With Honda Sensing,
Sport, EX-L, Sport Touring (5Door)
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
BACKGROUND
Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may experience driveability issues which may result in DTCs P0300 (random
misfire detected), P0301 (No. 1 cylinder misfire detected), P0302 (No. 2 cylinder misfire detected), P0303 (No. 3
cylinder misfire detected), P0304 (No. 4 cylinder misfire detected), or P0172 (fuel system too rich).
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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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.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Reset the maintenance minder, and replace only the engine oil. Inspect and replace the A/C control unit. Clear any
DTCs, and update the PGM-FI and TCU software with the latest version. Reset the throttle position learned values, and
do the PCM idle learn procedure.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Use this warranty information if your dealership participates in the bulk oil program.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
1245A8
Reset the maintenance
minder. Update the
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
engine oil, the A/C
control unit, and do the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure. (Non Dual
Zone A/C unit)
1.1 hrs
6DV00
B3P00
A18137A
37805-5BA-A51
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
1245A8
Reset the maintenance
minder. Update the
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
engine oil, the A/C
control unit, and do the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure. (Dual Zone
A/C unit)
1.1 hrs
6DV00
B3P00
A18137B
37805-5BA-A51
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Use this warranty information if your dealership does not participate in the bulk oil program.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
1245A8
Reset the maintenance
minder. Update the
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
engine oil, the A/C
control unit, and do the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure. (Non Dual
Zone A/C unit)
1.1 hrs
6DV00
B3P00
A18137C
37805-5BA-A51
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
1245A8
Reset the maintenance
minder. Update the
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
engine oil, the A/C
control unit, and do the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure. (Dual Zone
A/C unit)
1.1 hrs
6DV00
B3P00
A18137D
37805-5BA-A51
Use this warranty information if your dealership participates in the bulk oil program.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
1245A9
Reset the maintenance 0.9 hr
minder. Update the
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
engine oil, and do the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure. (A/C control
unit replacement not
necessary)
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
6DV00
B3P00
A18137E
37805-5BA-A51
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Use this warranty information if your dealership does not participate in the bulk oil program.
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
1245A9
Reset the maintenance 0.9 hr
minder. Update the
PGM-FI and TCU
software. Replace the
engine oil, and do the
throttle position reset
and PCM idle learn
procedure. (A/C control
unit replacement not
necessary)
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
6DV00
B3P00
A18137F
37805-5BA-A51
Skill Level: Repair Technician
PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Drain Plug Washer (14 mm)
94109-14000
1
Auto Air Conditioner CPU Assembly (A/C control unit)
(Automatic Climate Control)
79610-TBA-A51
1
Auto Air Conditioner CPU Assembly (A/C control unit) (DualZone Automatic Climate Control)
79610-TBC-A51
1
MATERIAL INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
0W-20 (Bulk Oil Participants) (Gallons)
FS020-BAS-N0L
1
0W-20 (Non-Bulk Oil Participants) (Quarts)
08798-9063
4
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SOFTWARE INFORMATION
NOTE
Unnecessary or incorrect repairs resulting from a failure to update the i-HDS are not covered under warranty.
i-HDS Software Version: 1.004.060 or later
J2534 Software Information:
•
PC Application Version 1.1.0.6 or later
•
Database update 12-DEC-2018 or later
Before beginning the repair, make sure that both the i-HDS and J2534 software are updated as listed above.
Do only the update listed in this service bulletin.
To update the software, you must use the MVCI or the DST-i interface in conjunction with the J2534 Rewrite PC
application on the i-HDS.
For more information about updating the i-HDS, the MVCI, and vehicle systems, refer to service bulletin 01-023,
Updating Control Units/Modules.
Year/Model
Software
System
Program ID (or later)
Program P/N (or later)
2016 Civic (EX 2-Door, 4-Door)
PGM-FI
AAA580
37805-5AA-A580
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
PGM-FI
AAA680
37805-5AA-A680
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
PGM-FI
AAL590
37805-5AA-L590
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
2016 Civic (Touring 2-Door, 4Door)
PGM-FI
AAL690
37805-5AA-L690
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
2017 Civic (EX 2-Door, 4-Door)
(M/T)
PGM-FI
AAA070
37805-5AA-A070
2017 Civic (EX 2-Door, 4-Door)
(CVT)
PGM-FI
AAA580
37805-5AA-A580
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
2017 Civic (EX 2-Door, 4-Door)
PGM-FI
AAL590
37805-5AA-L590
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
2017 Civic (Touring 2-Door, 4Door)
PGM-FI
AAA680
37805-5AA-A680
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
2017 Civic (Touring 2-Door, 4Door)
PGM-FI
AAL690
37805-5AA-L690
TCU
5CGA080
28101-5CG-A080
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