CVT Controls - Harsh Engagement After Auto Idle Stop

08-014

July 15, 2011

Applies To:
2007 Civic Hybrid - ALL
2008 Civic Hybrid - From VIN JHMFA362.85000001 thru JHMFA362.85011458

Harsh Transmission Engagement After Auto Idle Stop
(Supersedes 08-014, dated March 1, 2008, to revise the information marked by the asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

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

SYMPTOM

There is a bump or shock from the transmission when the engine restarts from auto idle stop mode.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Under some conditions, excessive fluid pressure to the start clutch causes harsh transmission engagement.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PCM CVI software with the HDS.

SOFTWARE INFORMATION

HDS Software Version: 2.013.011 (or later)

Control Module (CM) Update:
Application Version V6.11.04 (or later)
Database Update 06-FEB-2008 (or later)

NOTE:
If you do not use the correct HDS software version, the HDS may incorrectly indicate that the vehicle does not need an update.

The updated software program ID and P/N is shown below. If this, or a later program ID, is the current program ID displayed during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.

Program ID: MXA030 (or later)

Program P/N: 37806-RMX-A03 (or later)

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

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.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

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





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