Campaign - Throttle Cable Replacement
99-047May 24, 1999
Applies To:
1996 Civic - ALL
Product Update: Civic Throttle Cable
(Supersedes 96-029, Rough Feel When Pressing the Accelerator Pedal, dated June 10, 1996)
*BACKGROUND
The accelerator pedal feels rough or notchy when you press it.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
2-door: DX - Thru VIN 1HGEJ6...TL069407
HX - Thru VIN 1HGEJ7...TL071119
EX - Thru VIN 1HGEJ8...TL070668
3-door: CX - Thru VIN 2HGEJ6...TH122085
DX - Thru VIN 2HGEJ6...TH121933
4-door: DX - Thru VIN 1HGEJ6...TL051812
- Thru VIN 2HGEJ6...TH544896
LX - Thru VIN 1HGEJ6...TL053313
- Thru VIN 2HGEJ6...TH544755
EX - Thru VIN 1HGEJ8...TL050609
- Thru VIN 2HGEJ8...TH544644
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Determine the lot number/production date of the throttle cable and, if necessary, replace the cable.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be mailed a notification of this campaign. An example of the customer notification is at the end of this service bulletin.*
PARTS INFORMATION
Throttle Cable: LX - P/N 17910-501 -C03, H/C 5041157
CX, DX - P/N 17910-S01-G03, H/C 5038195
EX, HX - P/N 17910-S01-A02, H/C 5038138
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Failed part: P/N 17910-S01-A01
H/C 4810370
*Defect code: 338
Contention code: K62
Skill level: Repair Technician*
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
*1. Locate and write down the throttle cable production lot number stamped on the cable.
2. Does the lot number end in A?
YES - Continue to step 3.
NO - This vehicle is not affected. Center-punch the VIN and return the vehicle to the customer.
3. The fifth character (A0-S01 -ExxxA) is the production year code, E for 1995 and F for 1996.
^ If the cable was produced in 1995 (E), go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
^ If the cable was produced in 1996 (F), continue to step 4.
4. The three digits following the year are the date code for the date of production, 001 through 365.
^ If the date code is from 001 through 162, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
^ If the date code is 163 or greater, continue to step 5.
5. Check the operation of the accelerator pedal.
^ If the accelerator pedal does not move smoothly, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
^ If the accelerator pedal moves smoothly, center-punch the VIN and return the vehicle to the customer.*
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Loosen the throttle cable locknut, and remove the cable from the bracket. Detach the inner cable from the throttle link.
2. Remove the cable from the guide brackets, then twist and pull the throttle cable grommet out of the bulkhead.
3. Under the dash, detach the inner cable end from the accelerator pedal bracket. Discard the old throttle cable.
4. From the engine compartment, feed a new throttle cable (see PARTS INFORMATION) through the bulkhead, then push and twist the grommet into place. Install the cable in its guide brackets.
5. Attach the inner cable end to the accelerator pedal.
6. Open the throttle valve fully, then attach the inner cable to the throttle link, and install the cable in the bracket without tightening the locknut.
7. Turn the adjusting nut until you have 10 to 12 mm of cable deflection, then tighten the locknut.
8. Check the accelerator pedal; it should feel smooth when you operate it, and it should open the throttle valve fully when you press it to the floor.
*9. Center-punch a completion mark above the first character of the engine compartment VIN.*
Example of Customer Letter
*May 1999
Product Update Campaign: Civic Throttle Cable
Dear Civic Owner:
We are sending this letter because we are interested in your satisfaction with your Civic. The throttle cable may cause the accelerator pedal to begin to feel rough or notchy when you press on it. Although this does not affect the operation of the throttle, it may feel like the car is not responding properly when you are traveling at low speeds and are required to move the accelerator pedal to make slight speed adjustments.
What is the Update?
An improved throttle cable is available that eliminates this rough or notchy feeling.
What should you do?
Call your local Honda dealer and make an appointment to have the car's throttle cable inspected and, if necessary, replaced. This work will be done free of charge. If your car has the original throttle cable, the dealer will replace it. If you had the throttle cable replaced under warranty, the improved part may already have been installed. The dealer will inspect the cable and, if it is not the improved part, replace it with the improved cable.
What to do if our information is incorrect.
This notice was mailed to you according to the latest information we have. If you no longer own this car, or some information in this notice is incorrect, please fill out and return the included, postage-paid Information Change Card.
If you have questions.
If you need assistance with locating a Honda dealer, or you have questions about this notice, please call the Honda Consumer Affairs Office at (800) 999-1009.
Thank you for your cooperation. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.*
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