Recall - Automatic Transmission Second Gear Inspection: Overview
04-037April 8, 2005
Applies To: See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Safety Recall: Accord V6 Automatic Transmission 2nd Gear Inspection
(Supersedes 04-037, Safety Recall Accord V6 Automatic Transmission Second Gear Inspection, dated November 12, 2004)
Updated information is shown by black bars and asterisks.
BACKGROUND
Certain operating conditions can result in heat buildup between the countershaft and secondary shaft 2nd gears in the A/T. Without enough oil flow to dissipate heat, prolonged operation under these conditions can eventually result in decreased material strength. In higher mileage vehicles, this can result in gear tooth chipping or, in very rare cases, gear breakage.
In most cases, A/T noise will indicate a problem, however it is possible for the A/T to become locked without warning. A locked A/T could result in a crash.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this recall. There is a customer letter example at the end of this bulletin.
Not all vehicles within the VIN ranges are affected by this recall. Before starting work on a vehicle, make sure it is eligible by checking for one or more of these items:
^ The customer has a notification letter.
^ The vehicle is listed on your campaign responsibility report.
^ The vehicle is noted as eligible on when you do a VIN status inquiry on the interactive network (iN).
Besides checking these items, also check for a punch mark above the 11th character of the engine compartment VIN. A punch mark there means the A/T has already been inspected and repaired.
Some vehicles affected by this recall may be in your new or used vehicle inventory. According to federal law, these vehicles cannot be sold or leased until they are repaired. Before selling a vehicle, do a VIN status inquiry to check if it is affected by this recall.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Do a VIN status inquiry on the iN. If there is a C to the right of S/B: 04-013 on the VIN STATUS INQUIRY screen, return the vehicle to your client. The vehicle has an updated, remanufactured A/T from a previous repair. These A/Ts have been internally modified to provide sufficient lubrication for 2nd gear. From the outside, they look the same as other remanufactured A/Ts. Doing a VIN status inquiry is the only way to tell if the A/T has this modification. If there is no C shown, do this corrective action based on the vehicle's mileage:
Vehicles with 15,000 miles or less:
^ Install an A/T Oil Jet Kit.
Vehicles with more than 15,000 miles:
^ Do a photographic inspection of 2nd gear:
^ Use the digital camera and camera mount in the A/T Gear Inspection Kit to take five clear photos of 2nd gear through the countershaft speed sensor hole.
^ Load your photos onto an iN workstation, then view them on the workstation monitor.
^ Compare the gear color in your photos with the gear colors in the Automatic Transmission Gear Inspection Guide packaged with the camera.
^ If you decide that the gear color in your photos matches condition level # 1 in the inspection guide, then install an A/T Oil Jet Kit.
^ If you decide that the gear color in your photos matches any condition level other than # 1 in the inspection guide, then submit a completed A/T order form, with your digital photos attached, to the RPO Tech Line. They will either cancel your order and direct you to install an A/T Oil Jet Kit, or will process your order so you can install a remanufactured A/T.
^ If you order a remanufactured A/T for a '03 Accord V6 2-door (thru VIN 1HGCM82..3A035060) or '03 Accord V6 4-door (thru VIN 1HGCM66..3A091630), you must update the PCM. Refer to S/B 03-070, PCM Update With Automatic Transmission Replacement.
PARTS INFORMATION
A/T Oil Jet Kit:
P/N 06250-RDG-315, H/C 7809494
(Includes an oil jet, oil jet line with bracket, oil jet hose, [1][2]ATF filler plug adapter, three sealing washers, one 0-ring, three hose clamps, and two vacuum line clips)
TOOL INFORMATION
A/T Gear Inspection Kit:
NOTE:
This is the same kit you received earlier to inspect Odyssey and Pilot A/Ts.
The kit contains these items:
^ Canon Powershot A75 Digital Camera:
P/N CNUA75
(Includes Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk
Version 17.1 software, USB interface cable, four
AA batteries, Compact Flash card, user guide,
and quick start guide)
^ Two Streamlight flexible white LED flashlights:
P/N STL65618
NOTE: Order additional cameras and flashlights through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program.
^ Numbering stamp (order by description)
^ Ink pad (order by description)
NOTE: Order additional numbering stamps and ink pads through the Honda Tool and Equipment program or from other commercial sources.
^ Camera mount with bracket, spacer, and storage case: P/N O7MB-PGHA100, H/C 7754286
^ Color bar stickers:
P/N 07AAB-PGHA200, H/C 7767643
NOTE:
Order additional camera mounts and color bar stickers through normal parts ordering channels.
^ Automatic Transmission Gear Inspection Guide:
Helm Reorder Number Y0680
This guide is packaged in the camera mount storage case. Use it to help you determine the gear condition. It includes comparison photos and descriptions of 2nd gear in six condition levels. The gear color determines whether or not you need to replace the A/T. If you need additional guides, call Helm at 800-782-4356.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Failed Part: P/N 23441-P7W-000
H/C 6274872
Defect Code: 5CS
Symptom Code: P38
Skill Level: Repair Technician
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