Body - Running Board Step Plate Pad Doesn't Lay Flat

10-032

January 20, 2012

Applies To:
2010-12 MDX-ALL

Running Board Step Pad Does Not Lie Flat (Supersedes 10-032, dated May 27, 2011: See REVISION SUMMARY)

REVISION SUMMARY

This service bulletin was revised extensively; American Honda recommends that you review all sections thoroughly.

SYMPTOM

On Advance running boards with the chrome edge, the black plastic step pad is not lying flat.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The running board step pad is warped.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the running board.

PARTS INFORMATION

Running Board Assembly, Advance:
P/N 08L33-STX-211G1

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION





The normal warranty applies.

Failed Part: P/N 08L33-STX-200G1

Defect Code: 00401

Symptom Code: 00101

Skill Level: Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTE:
These instructions show the left running board being replaced. The right side is similar.





1. Remove and save the six nuts holding the old running board to the brackets.





2. Remove and save the six square head bolts from the grooves in the bottom of the old running board.

3. Slide three square head bolts into each groove on the new running board (six total per side).





4. Align the six running board bolts with the holes in the brackets, and install the running board with six flange nuts. Do not tighten the flange nuts yet.





5. Center the running board between the front and the rear fenderwells, then torque all the flange nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb-ft).

6. If needed, repeat steps 1 thru 5 on the opposite side.





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