Fuel System - Accelerator Pedal Popping/Sticking/Binding

04-063

January 29, 2008

Applies To:
2002-04 Odyssey - ALL

2003-04 Pilot - ALL

Accelerator Pedal Feels Like It Pops When First Pressed (Supersedes 04-063, Accelerator Pedal Hard to Press, dated November 9, 2004, to update the information marked by asterisks)

SYMPTOM

*The customer may "feel" the release of the throttle plate through the accelerator pedal when first pressing the accelerator pedal after a cold start. Some describe it as a "pop" sensation.*

PROBABLE CAUSE

Primarily in coastal regions, carbon and salt deposits accumulate on the Molykote(R) in the throttle bore.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Install a new throttle body and gasket.

NOTE:
Cleaning is not sufficient. Changes have been made to the throttle plate angle and stop settings of the new throttle body.

PARTS INFORMATION

Throttle Body (Odyssey):
P/N 16400-P8F-A83, H/C 7862634

Throttle Body (Pilot):
P/N 16400-PGK-A03, H/C 7862659

Gasket (Odyssey/Pilot):
P/N 16176-PGE-A01, H/C 6321624

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 121165

Flat Rate Time: 0.5 hour

Failed Part: P/N 16400-PGK-A01
H/C 6406201

Defect Code: 03001

Symptom Code: 09201

Template ID: 04-063A (Odyssey)
04-063B (Pilot)

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

1. Replace the throttle body and gasket.

^ Refer to page 11-243 of the 199~04 Odyssey Service Manual.

^ Refer to page 11-149 of the 2003-04 Pilot Service Manual.

^ In ISIS, enter the keywords THROTTLE BODY, and select Throttle Body Removal/Installation from the list.

2. Do the idle learn procedure:

^ Make sure all of the electrical items (A/C, audio unit, window defogger, lights, etc.) are off.

^ Start the engine, and let it reach normal operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle twice).

^ Let the engine idle (throttle fully closed and all electrical items off) for 10 minutes.





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