NHTSA ID Number: 10227773
Manufacturer Communication Number: A22-052
TSB/Document Date: 2022-12-14
Summary
Service Bulletin - Due to an improper heat treatment during the manufacturing process, the driven pulley in the CVT was not properly hardened. Over time, this may lead to abnormal wear to the driven pulley or damage to the CVT belt which may cause the vehicle to experience a slip accompanied by an abnormal noise and multiple warning lights. Some vehicles may not move forward after coming to a stop.
Service Bulletin
December 2, 2022
22-052
Version 1
Product Update: 2021 Accord CVT Replacement
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
Model
VIN Range
2021
Accord
Sport Only
Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
BACKGROUND
Due to an improper heat treatment during the manufacturing process, the driven pulley in the CVT was not properly
hardened. Over time, this may lead to abnormal wear to the driven pulley or damage to the CVT belt which may cause
the vehicle to experience a slip accompanied by an abnormal noise and multiple warning lights. Some vehicles may not
move forward after coming to a stop.
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
Replace the transmission if VIN is affected/included.
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.
©
2022 American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
ATR Kit
06200-6A7-A11RM
1
Drain Plug Washer (18mm)
90471-PX4-000
1
Gasket (10mm)
90471-59C-000
1
Exhaust Pipe Gasket
18302-SP0-003
2
Self-Lock Nut (10mm)
90212-SA5-003
6
90163-TVA-A02
2
90166-TVA-A02
1
Flange Bolt (12x50mm)
90167-TBA-A00
2
Flange Nut
90371-TBA-A00
1
90162-TVA-A02
1
90164-TVA-A02
2
Split Pin (3.0x22mm)
94201-30220
2
Flange Nut (10mm)
90002-S10-000
2
Self Lock Nut (10mm)
90212-SA5-003
2
Flange Bolt (14x35mm)
90181-TBA-A00
2
Flange Bolt (14x90mm)
90179-SDA-A00
4
Flange Bolt (14x45mm)
90163-TBA-A00
2
Self-Lock Nut (12mm)
90370-SJA-000
6
Set-Ring (28x2.0mm)
44319-SE0-000
2
•
To order a replacement transmission fill out AT/CVT Order form under Reman Parts/Special Orders section on the
iN.
•
If you have not contacted Tech Line then use the last 7 digits of the VIN for the Tech Line Reference number.
•
If the 11th character of the VIN has a letter instead of a number, replace it with a zero.
•
Select Tech Line Agent Name –Tech Line.
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•
Fill out the AT/CVT Order form under Reman Parts/Special Orders section on the iN.
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•
Once the CVT order has been received, your order will be reviewed by RPO. Additional requests and images may
be required by RPO before release of the CVT.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Super High Temp Urea Grease (Fixes 10 Vehicles)
08798-9002
1
HCF-2 (1 US QT)
08200-9006
8
Molykote M77 (Fixes 10 Vehicles)
08798-9010
1
Part Name
Part Number
Quantity
Universal Lifting Eyelet
07AAK-SNAA120
1
A and Reds Engine Support Hanger
AAR-T1256
1
Subframe Adapter
VSB02C000016
1
Ball Joint Remover
07MAC-SL00202
1
Ball Joint Thread Protector
AB07AAE-SJAA100
1
Subframe Alignment Pin
070AG-SJAA10S
1
TOOLS INFORMATION
Enter a short description of your concept here (optional).
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation
Number
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
2181DB
Replace the
transmission (includes
alignment).
6.2 hr
6VP00
FCO00
A22052A
20031-6A7-A10
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Put the vehicle on a lift.
NOTE: Be sure the lift pads are properly placed to avoid damaging the vehicle.
•
Position the lift pads under the vehicle's front support points and rear support points.
•
Raise the lift a few inches, and rock the vehicle gently to be sure it is firmly supported.
•
Raise the lift to its full height, and inspect the vehicle support points for solid contact with the lift pads.
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2. Remove the engine undercover.
3. Drain the transmission fluid.
•
Remove the drain plug with the sealing washer and drain the transmission fluid for at least 5 minutes.
NOTE: Remove metal particles from the magnetic surface of the drain plug.
•
Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
4. Lower the vehicle.
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5. Disconnect the steering joint.
NOTE:
•
Hold the steering wheel with the steering wheel holder tool.
•
Set the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position, before disconnecting the shaft.
•
Do not turn a steering wheel while disconnecting a steering joint.
•
If the center guide is in place and has not moved, leave it in place.
•
If the center guide has come off, discard it.
•
Be careful not to pull out the lower side from the steering shaft during working.
6. Remove both front wheels.
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7. Remove the air cleaner.
NOTE:
Remove the necessary part(s).
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8. Remove the 12 volt battery.
•
Disconnect and isolate the cable with the 12 volt battery sensor from the 12 volt battery.
NOTE:
•
–
Make sure to the vehicle is in the OFF (LOCK) mode.
–
Always disconnect the negative side first.
–
To protect the connector from damage, do not hold it when removing the terminal.
–
Do not disconnect the 12-volt battery sensor from the cable.
Open the cover.
NOTE: If necessary, remove the cover.
•
Disconnect the terminal from the 12-volt battery.
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•
Remove the Setting Plate, Insulator, Battery, and battery box.
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9. Remove the PCM and the PCM bracket.
10. Remove the 12 volt battery base.
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11. Remove the intercooler pipe B.
NOTE:
Only remove the necessary part(s).
12. Remove the shift cable (transmission side).
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13. Remove the CVTF hoses.
•
Pinch/Clamp CVTF Warmer hoses and remove them from the CVTF Warmer.
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14. Move the engine wire harness.
•
Disconnect the connectors.
•
Remove the ground cables and the harness clamps.
•
Remove the engine wire harness bracket.
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•
Remove the Intake Manifold bracket.
•
Swing the Engine Wire harness out of the way.
15. Disconnect the TCM harness connector.
•
Disconnect the connector by pulling the lock and the lever up in the numbered sequence shown.
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16. Remove the front grille cover.
17. Remove the hood latch heat shield.
18. Move the coolant reservoir hose and clamp.
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19. Remove the front bumper center upper beam.
•
Disconnect the connector, then disconnect hood opener cable and the hood remote opener cable.
•
Remove the Front Bumper Center Upper Beam.
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20. Install the engine support hanger.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the hood opener cable when installing the engine support hanger at the front
bulkhead.
•
Remove the Front Damper caps.
•
Install the universal lifting eyelet with an about 35.5 mm (1.398 in) commercially available spacer.
•
Install the engine support hanger onto the vehicle as shown.
•
Attach the hook to the slotted hole in the universal lifting eyelet.
•
Tighten the wing nut by hand and lift and support the engine/transmission.
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21. Remove the upper transmission assembly mounting bolts.
22. Remove the transmission mount bracket mounting bolt/nut (transmission side).
23. Lift the vehicle up.
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24. Remove exhaust pipe A.
25. Disconnect the connector (EPS).
•
Disconnect the connector by pushing the lock and the lever up in the numbered sequence shown.
•
Disconnect the connector.
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26. Disconnect tie-rod end ball joints (both sides).
•
Remove the cotter pin.
•
Remove the nut.
•
Disconnect the tie-rod end ball joint from the knuckle using the ball joint tread protector and the ball joint
remover.
NOTE:
–
Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the ball joint remover.
–
During installation, install the new cotter pin after tightening the nut, and bend its end as shown.
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27. Disconnect front stabilizer link ball joints (both sides).
•
Remove the flange nuts while holding the respective joint pin with a hex wrench.
•
Remove the stabilizer link.
28. Disconnect the front lower arm ball joint.
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29. Remove the lower torque rod.
30. Remove the front subframe rear stay mounting bolts.
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31. Remove the front lower arm mounting bolt.
32. Support the front subframe.
•
Set the subframe adapter (VSB02C000016) on a transmission jack, line up the slots in the arms with the bolt
holes on the corner of the jack base, and tighten the bolts.
•
Attach the subframe adapter to the front subframe.
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33. Remove the front subframe.
NOTE:
Remove the harness clamp from the front subframe.
34. Support the transmission with a transmission jack.
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