Campaign - OPDS Unit Warranty Extension: Overview
06-009August 20, 2012
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Warranty Extension: OPDS Unit or OPDS Sensor Triggers SRS DTC(s) 15-1, 15-2, 15-3
(Supersedes 06-009, dated February 5, 2008, to update the information marked by asterisks)
*REVISION SUMMARY
Under INSPECTION PROCEDURE, the text for checking the SRS DTCs has been modified.*
BACKGROUND
*NOTE:
Because of a class action settlement, the warranty extension coverage for the OPDS unit and the OPDS sensor on 2002 Accords, 2002-04 Civics, 2003-04 Civic Hybrids, 2002-04 CR-Vs, 2003 Elements, 2002 Odysseys, and 2003-04 Pilots purchased or leased between April 13, 2002, and November 7, 2006, is now 10 years or 157,500 miles, whichever occurs first. For more information, refer to Service Bulletin 06-085, Warranty Extension: Vehicle Warranty Mileage.*
Several vehicle models may have a problem with the OPDS (occupant position detection system) that causes the SRS indicator to stay on. Typically, one or more of these DTCs will be set:
^ SRS DTC 15-1 (faulty OPDS unit or OPDS not initialized)
^ SRS DTC 15-2 (faulty side airbag indicator circuit)
^ SRS DTC 15-3 (faulty OPDS sensor)
To ensure continued reliability with the OPDS, American Honda is extending the warranty on the OPDS unit and the OPDS sensor to 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
This warranty extension does not apply to any vehicle that has ever been declared a total loss, or any that has been issued a salvage, branded, or similar title under any state's law. To check for vehicle eligibility, you must do a VIN status inquiry
VEHICLES AFFECTED
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles were mailed a notification of this warranty extension. A example of the customer notification is shown in this service bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Repair the vehicle as indicated by the INSPECTION PROCEDURE. If needed, replace the OPDS unit. In rare cases where an updated OPDS unit was already installed, replace the OPDS sensor.
PARTS INFORMATION
TOOL INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Out of warranty:
Any repairs to the SRS system for problems other than the 15-1, 15-2, and 15-3 DTCs that are done 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.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
* NOTE:
^ When you check for SRS DTCs with the HDS, the inspection is covered for any SRS DTC retrieved as long as the vehicle is eligible for the warranty extension. Only repairs to codes 15-1, 15-2, and 15-3 are covered.
^ Any other SRS codes and their repairs are not covered by this bulletin.If the vehicle is covered by warranty, repair it using the normal warranty repair procedures. If the vehicle's warranty is expried, give your customer an estimate for the cost of the repair.
Do the appropriate inspection, based on the DTC.*
SRS DTC 15-1
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
^ If DTC 15-1 does not set again, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A: OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT.
^ If DTC 15-1 sets again, continue with normal troubleshooting.
^ If the OPDS unit causes DTC 15-1 to set repeatedly, yet passes the other troubleshooting steps, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A: OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT.
SRS DTC 15-2
1. Inspect the connections and the wiring in the side airbag cutoff indicator circuit.
^ If all the connections and the wiring are OK, go to step 2.
^ If any of the connections or the wiring are faulty, repair the circuit, then go to step 2.
2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
^ If DTC 15-2 does not set again, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A: OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT.
^ If DTC 15-2 sets again, continue with normal troubleshooting.
^ If the OPDS unit causes DTC 15-2 to set repeatedly, yet passes the other troubleshooting steps, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A: OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT.
SRS DTC 15-3
1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
^ If DTC 15-3 does not set again, go to step 2.
^ If DTC 15-3 sets again, continue with normal troubleshooting.
2. Ask your customer if electrical devices such as a laptop computer or a fluorescent map light are ever used near the front passenger's seat-back. (Some electrical devices that plug into the vehicle's accessory power socket, especially those using a power inverter/converter, can interfere with the seat-back sensors and cause SRS DTC 15-3 to set.)
^ If your customer uses any of these devices operate the device near the front passenger's seat-back. If DTC 15-3 sets again, clear it, then return the vehicle to the customer. Advise the customer to avoid using the device near the front passenger's seat-back.
^ If your customer does not use any of these devices and DTC 15-3 does not set again, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A: OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A: OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT
1. On Accords and Pilots, remove the front passenger's seat-back panel by prying out the bottom. Replace the two lower clips.
2. On all models except Accords and Pilots, unzip the two seat cover zippers on the back of the front passenger's seat.
3. Pull back the seat-back cover from the left side bolster to access the OPDS unit cover.
4. Remove the OPDS unit cover from the seat frame.
5. Check the part number of the installed OPDS unit.
^ If the OPDS unit has an original part number, go to step 6.
^ If the OPDS unit has a new part number (refer to PARTS INFORMATION) or higher, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B: OPDS SENSOR REPLACEMENT.
6. Recline the seat-back to access the OPDS unit mounting screws.
7. Remove the mounting screws from the OPDS unit, and gently pull out the unit.
8. Disconnect the OPDS connectors, then remove the OPDS unit.
9. Install a new OPDS unit, then snap on its cover.
10. Slip the seat-back cover over the OPDS unit.
11. On Accords, check the seat-back clip attachment bosses on the seat-back panel:
^ If the attachment bosses are OK, go to step 12.
^ If the seat-back has a pocket, and the attachment bosses are deformed or damaged, do the repair procedure in S/B 02-010, Seat-Back Panel Is Loose or Detached. Then go to step 12.
^ If the seat-back does not have a pocket, and the attachment bosses are deformed or damaged, replace the seat-back. Then go to step 12.
12. On Accords and Pilots, install the new seat-back clips on the seat-back panel. Turn the clips so their retaining tabs are horizontal.
13. On Accords and Pilots, install the seat-back panel.
14. On all models except Accords and Pilots, zip the seat-back cover closed.
15. Initialize the OPDS unit.
^ To initialize with the HDS, go to Initializing the OPDS Unit: HDS Method.
^ To initialize with the SCS service connector, go to Initializing the OPDS Unit: Manual Mode.
Initializing the OPDS Unit: HDS Method
NOTE:
Non-Honda seat covers will interfere with the performance of the OPDS and are not recommended.
1. Adjust the front passenger's seat-back to an upright position, then remove anything on or near the seat.
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
3. Connect the HDS to the vehicle's DLC (data link connector).
4. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then turn on the HDS.
5. At the screen prompts, enter the VIN and the odometer reading. Also verify the correct date and time.
6. From the System Selection menu, select SRS.
7. From the Mode menu, select Miscellaneous Test.
8. From the Miscellaneous Test menu, select OPDS Initialization.
9. Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the OPDS initialization. If the initialization fails repeat the process two more times. If the initialization fails again, check for SRS DTCs, then troubleshoot them using the appropriate service manual.
Initializing the OPDS Unit: Manual Mode
NOTE:
Non-Honda seat covers will interfere with the performance of the OPDS and are not recommended.
1. Adjust the front passenger's seat-back to an upright position, then remove anything on or near the seat.
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
3. Connect the HDS to the vehicle's DLC (data link connector).
4. Keep the ignition switch at LOCK (0), and turn on the HDS.
5. At the screen prompts, enter the VIN and the odometer reading.
6. From the Select Mode screen, select SCS, and follow the screen prompts.
7. Connect the SCS service connector to the 2P MES (memory erase signal) connector, as shown. Do not use a jumper wire.
8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
9. Watch the SRS indicator. (It comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.) Disconnect the SCS service connector from the MES connector within 4 seconds after the indicator goes off.
10. When the SRS indicator comes on again, connect the SCS service connector to the MES connector within 4 seconds after the indicator comes on.
11. When the SRS indicator goes off, disconnect the SCS service connector from the MES connector within 4 seconds.
12. Watch the SRS indicator:
^ If the indicator blinks twice and then goes off, the OPDS unit is initialized. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and disconnect the HDS.
^ If the indicator blinks twice and then stays on, the OPDS unit is initialized, but SRS DTCs need to be cleared. Go to step 13.
^ If the indicator stays on without first blinking, the OPDS unit is not initialized. Repeat steps 3 thru 12.
13. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then disconnect the HDS.
14. Reconnect the SCS service connector to the MES connector. Do not use a jumper wire.
15. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
16. Watch the SRS indicator. (It comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.) Disconnect the SCS service connector from the MES connector within 4 seconds after the indicator goes off.
17. When the SRS indicator comes on again, connect the SCS service connector to the MES connector within 4 seconds after the indicator comes on.
18. When the SRS indicator goes off, disconnect the SCS service connector from the MES connector within 4 seconds. (The SRS indicator blinks twice to indicate that the memory has been cleared.)
19. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and wait for 10 seconds.
20. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). (The SRS is OK if the SRS indicator comes on for 6 seconds and then goes off.) If the DTC clearing fails, repeat the process two more times. If the DTC clearing fails again, check for set SRS DTCs, and troubleshoot them with the appropriate service manual.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B: OPDS SENSOR REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the seat-back cover from the front passenger's seat:
^ Using the appropriate service manual, go to section 20 (Body), and do the removal steps under Front Seat Cover Replacement, or
^ Online, enter keyword SEAT COVER, then select Front Seat Cover Replacement from the list, and do the removal steps in the procedure.
2. Slide the seat-back cushion (foam) off the seat-back frame. (The OPDS sensor is built into the seat-back cushion.)
3. Slide a new seat-back cushion over the seat-back frame. Make sure the cushion is centered.
4. Install the seat-back cover:
^ Using the appropriate service manual, go to section 20 (Body), and do the installation step under Front Seat Cover Replacement, or
^ Online, enter keyword SEAT COVER, then select Front Seat Cover Replacement from the list, and do the installation step in the procedure.
5. Initialize the OPDS unit:
^ To initialize with the HDS, go to Initializing the OPDS Unit: HDS Method in this service bulletin.
^ To initialize with the SCS service connector, go to Initializing the OPDS Unit: Manual Mode in this service bulletin.
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