CVT Controls - Surge/Hesitation On Light Throttle

09-009

July 15, 2011

Applies To:
2008 Civic Hybrid - From VIN JHMFA362...8S000001 thru JHMFA362...8S011458

Engine Surges or Hesitates
(Supersedes 09-009, dated February 6, 2009, to revise the information marked by the asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed because the MVCI updates control modules more efficiently.*

SYMPTOM

The engine surges at cruising speed or hesitates when you apply light throttle just above idle or at cruising speeds.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Excessive fluid pressure in the transmission.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PCM CVT software with the HDS.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 125517

*Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour*

Failed Part: P/N 37820-RMX-A01
H/C 8546269

Defect Code: 07201

Symptom Code: 03237

Template ID: 09-009A

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.





SOFTWARE INFORMATION

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/ Modules.





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