Recall - VSA System Unexpectedly Activates
13-026March 22, 2013
Applies To:
2005 Pilot - Check the iN VIN status for eligibility
Safety Recall: VSA System Unexpectedly Activates
(Supersedes 13-026, dated March 16, 2013, to revise the information marked by the asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*^ Under TOOL INFORMATION, a note about ordering new tool packs was added.
^ Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, information about submitting tool pack claims was added.*
BACKGROUND
There are two potential issues that may cause the VSA braking system to apply braking force even if the driver has not pressed the brake pedal. If the brakes are applied unexpectedly, it may increase the risk of a crash.
^ Damage to an internal component could cause the VSA system to misinterpret the signal and may cause the VSA braking system to unexpectedly apply braking force.
^ For vehicles with VINs beginning with 5FN, a ground bolt may be loose. Increased resistance caused by this loose ground bolt may cause the VSA braking system to unexpectedly apply braking force.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign in April 2013.
Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible.
Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your used vehicle inventory. These vehicles must be repaired before they are sold.
Should a dealership sell an unrepaired vehicle that subsequently causes an injury or damage because of the recalled item, the dealership will be solely responsible to the damaged party, and will be required to defend and indemnify American Honda for any resulting claims. To see if a vehicle in inventory is affected by this campaign, do a VIN status inquiry before selling it.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Install a subharness on all vehicles.
In addition, if the VIN begins with 5FN, inspect the ground bolt and tighten it to specification. If necessary, replace the bolt.
NOTE:
^ If the VIN begins with 2HK, do only REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
^ If the VIN begins with 5FN, you must do REPAIR PROCEDURE A and REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
PARTS INFORMATION
VSA Subharness: P/N 06326-SFE-000
Includes:
Subharness with Capacitor
Wire Ties (4)
3P Short Connector
TOOL INFORMATION
Service Tool Pack 1: T/N 06324-SFE-000
Includes:
Lance Release Housing
Lance Release Tool
Extra Wire Ties
NOTE:
^ The lance release housing should only be used 10 times before replacing it by ordering a new service tool pack.
* ^ Order replacements for Tool Pack 1 through normal parts ordering.*
Service Tool Pack 2: 06325-SFE-000
Includes:
Cavity Plug Remover
* NOTE:
Each dealership received a Service Tool Pack 2. Use the tool number if you need to order replacements; your dealership is responsible for the costs.*
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
*NOTE:
Service Tool Pack 1 can be used to repair 10 vehicles. Under the Materials Information section of the claim template, enter a value of $1.63 to cover the cost of Tool Pack 1.*
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
NOTE:
^ If the VIN begins with 2HK, do only REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
^ If the VIN begins with 5FN, you must do REPAIR PROCEDURE A and REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
2. Remove the engine cover and the intake air duct.
3. Disconnect the VSA control unit 47P connector.
4. Insert the lance release housing into the 47P connector.
5. Rotate the lever to the locked position. The lance release housing is fully drawn into the connector and clicks into place.
6. Use a small screwdriver to unlock and remove the lever assembly from the 47P connector.
7. Remove the No.35 red wire from the connector while pushing up on the lance release housing.
8. Insert the cavity plug remover into the hole in the lance release housing as shown, and push out the plug from the No.22 cavity.
9. Install the lever assembly onto the 47P connector as shown.
10. Rotate the lever to the unlocked position. The lance release housing also moves into the unlocked position.
11. Using a small screwdriver, unlock and remove the lever assembly from the 47P connector.
12. Install the VSA subharness.
> Subharness with Capacitor
13. Install the short connector to the 3P connector.
> 3P Short Connector
14. Lay out the subharness as shown, then install the lever assembly.
15. Make sure the lance release housing is in the unlocked position, then fully insert the lance release tool into the hole as shown.
16. Remove the lance release tool, then remove the lance release housing.
17. Inspect the terminal lock to make sure it is in the locked position.
18. Reconnect the 47P connector to the VSA modulator by making sure it is properly aligned, then rotating the lever to the lock position.
19. Route the subharness as shown. Use the two wire ties provided in the kit to secure the capacitor to the wire harness.
^ Wrap wire tie A around the capacitor and the vehicle harness only. Do not wrap it around the VSA subharness.
^ Wrap wire tie B around the capacitor, the vehicle harness, and the VSA subharness.
> Wire Tire (2)
20. Secure the VSA subharness to the vehicle harness in the area of the white tape as shown, then reconnect any disconnected wire harness clips.
> Wire Tie (2)
21. Reinstall the intake air duct and the engine cover.
22. Start the engine and make sure the VSA warning light goes off.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
1. Remove the fuel fill door release knob.
2. Remove the drive's front door sill trim.
3. Remove the drive's kick panel.
4. Remove the G302 bolt.
5. Inspect the bolt for the following issues:
^ Corrosion
^ Damage
^ Cross-threading
^ The bolt is a regular bolt, not a ground bolt
- If the bolt has any of the above issues, replace it before going to step 6.
- If the ground bolt does not have any of the listed issues, it is OK. Go to step 6.
6. Check the ground terminal on the harness and the mounting surface on the body for the following:
^ Corrosion
^ Damage
^ Excess paint
^ Cross-threading
- If the ground terminal on the harness or the mounting surface has any of the above issues, repair it before going to step 7.
- If the ground terminal on the harness and the mounting surface are OK, go to step 7.
7. Reinstall the G302 bolt and torque between
6.9 - 11.8 N.m (5.1 - 8.7 lb-ft).
8. Reinstall the driver's kick panel.
9. Reinstall the driver's front door sill trim and the fuel fill door release knob.
10. Start the engine and make sure the VSA warning light goes off.
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