NHTSA ID Number: 10161641
Manufacturer Communication Number: A19-033
TSB/Document Date: 2019-06-25
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) or a whirling noise coming from the engine compartment.
TCM
CKA040
28101-5CK-A04
PGM-FI
ANL540
37805-5AN-L54
TCM
CKA040
28101-5CK-A04
PGM-FI
ANA750
37805-5AN-A75
CKA150
28101-5CK-A15
PGM-FI
ANL750
37805-5AN-L75
TCM
CKA150
28101-5CK-A15
PGM-FI
AN9540
37805-5AN-954
TCM
CKA040
28101-5CK-A04
PGM-FI
ANB540
37805-5AN-B54
CKA040
28101-5CK-A04
2018 Civic (EX-A with CVT 4-Door)
2018 Civic (LX with CVT 5-Door)
2018 Civic (LX w/ Honda
Sensing 5-Door)
2018 Civic (LX w/ Honda Sensing 5-Door)
2018 Civic (EX, EX-L 5-Door)
2018 Civic (EX, EX-L 5-Door)
KL
KL
KA
KL
KA
KL
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Year/Model
Emission
Code
Software
System
Program ID (or
later)
Program P/N (or
later)
2018 Civic (EX w/ Honda Sensing 5-Door)
KA
PGM-FI
ANA950
37805-5AN-A95
TCM
CKA150
28101-5CK-A15
PGM-FI
ANL950
37805-5AN-L95
TCM
CKA150
28101-5CK-A15
2018 Civic (EX w/ Honda Sensing 5-Door)
KL
2018 Civic (Sport with M/T 5-Door)
KA
PGM-FI
ANA150
37805-5AN-A15
2018 Civic (Sport with CVT 5-Door)
KA
PGM-FI
ANA640
37805-5AN-A64
TCM
CKC040
28101-5CK-C04
PGM-FI
ANL640
37805-5AN-L64
CKC040
28101-5CK-C04
PGM-FI
ANA850
37805-5AN-A95
TCM
CKC150
28101-5CK-C15
PGM-FI
ANL850
37805-5AN-L85
CKC150
28101-5CK-C15
2018 Civic (Sport with CVT 5-Door)
KL
2018 Civic (Sport Touring with CVT 5-Door) KA
2018 Civic (Sport Touring with CVT 5-Door) KL
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
1. Reset maintenance minder main code A. Refer to the service information.
2. Drain and refill the engine oil (3.4 quarts). Do not replace the oil filter.
3. Connect the i-HDS and click on the Body Electrical. From there, select HVAC and open Data List/Snapshot to
check if the A/C control unit has been replaced. One of three options will appear: Not Complete, Completed, or
Not Applicable.
•
If it reads Completed or Not Applicable, skip to step 5.
•
If it reads Not Complete, go to step 4.
4. Replace the climate control unit.
4.1. Remove the climate control unit and replace with the new unit. See service information for additional
instructions.
4.2. Install all parts in reverse order.
4.3. Run the self-diagnostics procedure with the i-HDS to make sure there are no problems in the system and
clear any HVAC system DTCs that might appear.
5. With the i-HDS, check to see if the PGM-FI and TCM software has been updated by using the J2534 rewrite
application.
•
If they are up to date, the procedure is complete.
•
If not, go to step 6.
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6. Update the PGM-FI and TCM software using the i-HDS J2534 rewrite software with the MVCI or DST-i. Refer to
Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
NOTES
•
Connect a fully charged jumper battery and leave it connected during the entire procedure to maintain steady
voltage.
•
Never turn the ignition to OFF or ACCESSORY during the update. If there is a problem with the update, leave
the ignition turned to ON.
•
To prevent control unit damage, do not operate anything electrical (headlights, audio system, brakes, A/C power
windows, door locks, etc.) during the update.
•
Do not use the MongoosePro VCI tool.
7. Reset the throttle position learned values by referencing the throttle body removal and installation in the service
information, then do the PCM idle learn procedure. Refer to service information for additional instructions.
NOTE
For more information on the PCM idle learn procedure, see the Tech2Tech® video, "A Look at PCM Idle Learn".
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. In some cases, the DTCs may return. If this happens, inspect the spark plugs.
•
If the spark plugs are OK, the procedure is complete. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
•
If the spark plugs are fouled, go to step 2.
2. Replace the spark plugs per service information and check for stored DTCs.
NOTE
Make sure to write down the stored DTCs on the R.O.
•
If the applicable DTCs do not return, the procedure is complete.
•
If the applicable DTCs return, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal troubleshooting.
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REPAIR PROCEDURE B
If there is a whirling noise coming from the engine, follow the procedure below.
1. Warm up the engine by increasing the engine speed to 3,000 rpm for two fan cycles.
2. After the warm-up procedure is completed, let the car return to idle for 10 seconds.
3. After 10 seconds, slowly increase the engine speed up to 3500 rpm (this should take at least 20 seconds).
4. Once the engine speed reaches 3500 rpm, release the accelerator pedal and let the engine speed return to idle.
5. With the hood closed and inside the cabin, compare the audio file here to the noise heard.
•
If the noise is similar, continue to step 6.
•
If the noise is not similar, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal system troubleshooting.
6. Remove the cylinder head cover. See service information for additional instructions.
7. Compare the appearance of the camshaft lobes to the photo below.
•
If the camshafts appear similar to the no good photo, go to step 8.
•
If the camshafts appear similar to the good photo, this bulletin does not apply. Continue with normal system
troubleshooting.
8. Take a photo of the cam lobe, then follow the directions in the parts catalog when ordering the necessary parts.
NOTE
Please send photos of failed camshafts to PART_RELEASE@AHM.HONDA.COM to receive approval and release
parts.
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The following instructions are for replacement of the intake and exhaust camshafts and all rocker arm assemblies. This
is only if you have been approved by following the instructions in the parts catalog.
1. Relieve the fuel pressure and remove the high pressure fuel pump. Refer to the service information for additional
instructions.
2. Set the crankshaft to top dead center (TDC) for No. 1 cylinder. Refer to step 4 of the Camshaft Timing Inspection in
the service information.
3. Mark the timing chain at the punch marks on the exhaust and intake camshaft sprocket and VTC actuator as seen
below.
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4. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
5. Remove the right front wheel and the engine undercover.
6. Remove the cam chain auto-tensioner (chain case) cover.
7. Slightly rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise to compress the auto-tensioner. Line up the hole in the lock and
auto-tensioner, then insert a 1.2 mm diameter lock pin.
8. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise back to TDC on the No. 1 cylinder to secure the lock pin in place.
9. Remove the camshaft chain auto-tensioner with the lock pin inserted.
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10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Loosen the locknuts and adjusting screws.
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12. Remove the high pressure fuel pump base.
13. Remove the camshaft holder bolts, then remove the camshaft holders. To prevent damaging the camshafts, loosen
the bolts in sequence, two turns at a time.
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14. Lift up the cam chain, then carefully remove the intake camshaft followed by the exhaust camshaft.
NOTE
You must maintain tension on the cam chain while you do this.
15. Use a bungee cord to hold tension on the cam chain while you are replacing the camshafts.
16. When removing the camshaft holders, cam chain guide, and intake and exhaust camshaft, make sure to place them
in order of installation on a clean, padded workbench.
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17. Remove the rocker arm assembly, and install the new set. Refer to the service information for additional instructions.
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18. With the camshafts out of the engine, hold them with an open-end wrench and loosen the VTC actuator mounting
bolts on both camshafts.
19. Install the VTC actuators on the new camshafts.
NOTE
You may need an assistant to help you with this procedure.
20. Apply fresh engine oil to the new camshafts, and install.
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21. When installing the new camshafts, ensure the previously made marks on the VTC actuator and cam chain line up.
22. Install the camshaft holders and the cam chain guide, then torque them to specification.
23. Install the camshaft chain tensioner and release the lock pin.
24. Install the new cam chain auto-tensioner (chain case) cover.
25. To check the camshaft timing, rotate the crankshaft in the direction of engine rotation (clockwise) two full turns, then
stop at the TDC mark. Refer to step 4 of the Camshaft Timing Inspection in the service information.
26. Do a valve adjustment.
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27. Install the high pressure fuel pump base and new camshaft holder cover. Refer to step 6 of the installation section of
the Camshaft and VTC Actuator Removal, Installation, and Inspection (1.5L Engine) in the service information.
28. Install the cylinder head cover. Refer to the service information for additional instructions.
29. Install the high pressure fuel pump with the new o-ring and fuel joint pipe. Refer to the service information for
additional information.
30. Install the engine undercover and any other remaining parts.
31. During the first start up, check for DTCs set or abnormal noises. Refer to service information for additional
instructions.
32. Connect the i-HDS and click on the Body Electrical. From there, select HVAC and open Data List/Snapshot to
check if the A/C control unit has been replaced. One of three options will appear: Not Complete, Completed, or
Not Applicable.
•
If it reads Completed or Not Applicable, skip to step 34.
•
If it reads Not Complete, go to step 33.
33. Replace the climate control unit.
33.1. Remove the climate control unit and replace with the new unit. See service information for additional
instructions.
33.2. Install all parts in reverse order.
33.3. Run the self-diagnostics procedure with the i-HDS to make sure there are no problems in the system and
clear any HVAC system DTCs that might appear.
34. Reset maintenance minder main code A. Refer to the service information.
35. Drain and refill the engine oil (3.4 quarts). Do not replace the oil filter.
36. With the i-HDS, check to see if the PGM-FI and TCM software has been updated by using the J2534 rewrite
application.
•
If updated, the procedure is complete.
•
If not, continue with step 37.
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37. Update the PGM-FI and TCM software using the i-HDS J2534 rewrite software with the MVCI or DST-i. Refer to
Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
NOTES
•
Connect a fully charged jumper battery and leave it connected during the entire procedure to maintain steady
voltage.
•
Never turn the ignition to OFF or ACCESSORY during the update. If there is a problem with the update, leave
the ignition turned to ON.
•
To prevent control unit damage, do not operate anything electrical (headlights, audio system, brakes, A/C power
windows, door locks, etc.) during the update.
•
Do not use the MongoosePro VCI tool.
38. Reset the throttle position learned values by referencing the throttle body removal and installation in the service
information, then do the PCM idle learn procedure. Refer to service information for additional instructions.
NOTE
For more information on the PCM idle learn procedure, see the Tech2Tech® video, "A Look at PCM Idle Learn".
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