Engine Controls - PCM/Fuel Pressure Regulator Update
03-017May 22, 2006
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
PCM Replacement: 3.2TL and 3.2CL
(Supersedes 03-017, dated September 22, 2003, to update the information marked by the black bars and asterisks)
BACKGROUND
*Some vehicles that received a remanufactured transmission also need a new PCM to improve the performance and durability of the transmission. In addition, to complete the repair on certain 2000 3.2TLs and 2001 3.2CLs, a new fuel pressure regulator is needed.*
CLIENT NOTIFICATION
*All owners of affected vehicles were sent a notification of this update in September 2003.
NOTE:
The offer to repair these vehicles free of charge expired in September 2004. Any repairs on these vehicles now would have to be under goodwill or customer-pay.*
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Before beginning work on a vehicle, verify its eligibility by checking at least one of these items:
^ The customer has a notification letter.
^ The vehicle is shown on your responsibility report.
^ The vehicle is shown as eligible on a VIN status inquiry.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the PCM and, if needed, the fuel pressure regulator.
PARTS INFORMATION
Fuel Pressure Regulator: P/N 16740-PGK-A01
Needed only on these vehicles:
To find the vehicle's emission type, do this:
1. From the main menu on the iN workstation, click on Cust Sales Support.
2. From the Gust Sales Support drop-down menu, click on Vehicle Info.
3. From the Vehicle Info drop-down menu, click on VIN Status Inquiry.
4. From the VIN Status Inquiry screen, enter the VIN, and then click on Submit. On the VIN Status Inquiry, the vehicle's emission type is displayed below the immobilizer information.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
NOTE:
The offer to repair these vehicles free of charge expired in September 2004. Any repairs on these vehicles now would have to be under goodwill or
Failed Part: P/N 37820-P8E-A53
*Defect Code: 03217
Symptom Code: 01201*
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Part used for repair: Use the "RM" part number (from
the repair order)
Example: 37820-PJE-A62RM
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. On 2000 3.2TLs and 2001 3.2CLs within the applicable VIN ranges, install a new fuel pressure regulator. For 3.2TLs, refer to page 11-173 of the 1999-03 3.2TL Service Manual. For 3.2CLs, refer to page 11-187 of the 2001-03 3.2CL Service Manual.
NOTE:
The new fuel pressure regulator has a black dot on top to help you identify it.
2. Download the immobilizer key transponder codes from the PCM to the HDS (Honda Diagnostic System). Refer to REPLACING THE ECM/PCM in Service Bulletin 00-019, Immobilizer System (Type 2).
3. Remove and discard the PCM.
4. Install the new PCM, and torque the bolts to 12 N.m (8.7 lb-ft).
5. Upload the immobilizer key transponder codes from the HDS to the PCM. Refer to REPLACING THE ECM/PCM in Service Bulletin 00-019, Immobilizer System (Type 2).
6. Do the idle learn procedure:
^ Make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit, defogger, lights, etc.) are off.
^ Start the engine, and let it warm up to its normal operating temperature (the cooling fan cycles twice).
^ Let the engine idle (throttle fully closed and all electrical items off) for 10 minutes.
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