Safety Recall: Driver's Airbag Replacement Inflator Can Be Over-Pressurized

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RCRIT-19V182-9499
Service Bulletin

19-030

May 18, 2019

Version 5

Safety Recall: Driver's Airbag Replacement Inflator Can Be OverPressurized
Supersedes 19-030, dated March 15, 2019, to update the information highlighted in yellow.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Year

Model

2001-07 Accord

2001-05 Civic

2001-05 Civic GX

2003-05 Civic Hybrid

2002-07, CR-V 2010-11

2003-11 Element

2002-04 Odyssey

2003-08 Pilot

2006-14 Ridgeline

Trim ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL
ALL ALL ALL ALL

VIN Range Check the iN VIN status for eligibility. Check the iN VIN status for eligibility. Check the iN VIN status for eligibility. Check the iN VIN status for eligibility. Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
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REVISION SUMMARY Under PARTS INFORMATION, torx bolts were added. Under REPAIR PROCEDURE, an inspection step was added for Autoliv inflators. Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, Inspect the Airbag Only was added.
BACKGROUND In certain vehicles, the replacement driver's (front) airbag inflator (from either a previous recall repair or an airbag module replacement) could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. If an affected airbag deploys, the increased internal pressure may cause the inflator casing to rupture. Metal fragments could pass through the airbag cushion material, possibly causing injury or fatality to vehicle occupants.
There are several bulletins with similar years and models. make sure to do an iN VIN status inquiry and follow the indicated service bulletin.
NOTE If the VIN status inquiry indicates that the vehicle is subject to any open safety recalls, including a front passenger's airbag inflator campaign/recall, make sure to also complete those recall repairs before returning

CUSTOMER INFORMATION:The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by "do-it-yourselfers," and you should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer.

© 2019 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. -- All Rights Reserved

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the vehicle to the customer. If you are unable to complete any open recall, advise the customer of the recall status and when the recall could be completed.
You may receive a different part number than ordered, and the inflator may appear different. As a result, there may be different installation instructions. Make sure you review this service bulletin for installation instructions and details about model applicability.

CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign.
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.
Failure to repair a vehicle subject to a recall or campaign may subject your dealership to claims or lawsuits from the customer or anyone else harmed as a result of such failure. To see if a vehicle in inventory is affected by this safety recall, do a VIN status inquiry before selling it.

CORRECTIVE ACTION Replace the driver's airbag inflator, then return the original, undeployed inflator as directed.

REQUIRED TOOLS

Part Name Bulldog Metal Snips

Part Number MWT6716B

Quantity 1

NOTES
· The metal snips have smaller jaws compared to regular tin snips to give you better mechanical advantage and allow the snips to fit in the tight area around the airbag.
· Make sure you use these snips to minimize the amount of debris created. Never allow any debris to fall into the airbag while the inflator is out of the airbag module.
· Replace the snips when they are dull. Dull snips may contribute to the horn plate being bent or creating small pieces of metal that could get into the airbag.
· If you need a replacement or more snips, contact the Tool and Equipment Program at 888-424-6857.

PARTS INFORMATION
NOTE Always use new Torx bolts to install the airbag module. The new Torx bolts are coated with threadlock to make sure they do not come loose.

Part Name

Order Part Number

2001­02 Accord Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit
2003­07 Accord Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit
2001­05 Civic (includes GX and Hybrid) Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit
Torx Bolts (with Autoliv Airbag)

04770-S5A-405 04770-SDA-406 04770-S5A-408
90134-S7S-N81

You may receive any Quantity of the following

04770-S5A-405

1

04770-SDA-406

1

04770-S5A-408

1

N/A

2

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Part Name 2002­06 CR-V Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit

Order Part Number 04770-S9A-405

2007, 2010-11 CR-V Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit 2003­11 Element Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit

04770-SWA-405 04770-SCV-405

2002­04 Odyssey Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit 2003­08 Pilot Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit

04770-S5A-405 04770-S9A-405

2006 Ridgeline Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit 2007-14 Ridgeline Driver's Airbag Inflator Kit

04770-SJC-406 04770-SJC-415

You may receive any Quantity of the following

04770-S9A-405

1

04770-S9A-409

04770-SWA-405

1

04770-SCV-405

1

04770-SCV-409

04770-S5A-405

1

04770-S9A-405

1

04770-S9A-409

04770-SJC-406

1

04770-SJC-415

1

NOTES
· The inflator kit box must be used to return the old inflator to its supplier. Be careful not to damage the inflator kit box.
· If the defective, undeployed inflator is not returned, the warranty claim for that vehicle will be charged back to your dealership.
· To return the inflator, follow the instructions in PIB A15-0002, Inflator Kit Return Process.
· For more information about scanning and filing airbag inflator recall claims, refer to Ordering and Managing Replacement Inflators. From the iN, select Service, Warranty, Warranty Claim, then Reference Guide. Under HOT TIPS/TOPICS, select Inflator Claims at a Glance.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
NOTES
· To avoid a warranty claim being charged back to your dealership, the defective, undeployed inflator must be returned to its supplier. Follow the shipping instructions in PIB A15-0002, Inflator Kit Return Process.
· The replacement inflator part number and serial number are printed on the label that should be attached to the RO.
· To avoid non-payment of warranty claims, the new airbag inflator part number and serial number must be included in each claim. For more information, refer to step 6 of REPAIR PROCEDURE.
· The serial number is encoded into the bar code printed on the label inside of the box and on a label attached to the outside of the box. If your dealership uses a scanner, you can scan the serial number from either place into the claim.
· The part number is encoded into a barcode attached to the outside of the box. If your dealership uses a scanner, you can scan the part number into the claim.
· If you confuse the serial number and part number when entering the claim information, your claim will automatically be rejected.
· For more information about scanning and filing airbag inflator recall claims, refer to Ordering and Managing Replacement Inflators. From the iN, select Service, Warranty, Warranty Claim, then Reference Guide. Under HOT TIPS/TOPICS, select Inflator Claims at a Glance.

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Replace the Airbag Module

Year/Model

Operation Replacement Number Part Number

Flat Rate Defect Symptom Template Failed Part Number

Time

Code Code

ID

2001-02 Accord

7521H8 04770-S5A-405 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030A 06770-SDA-A80ZA

2003-07 Accord

7521H8 04770-SDA-406 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030B 06770-SDA-A80ZA

2001-05 Civic 7521H8 04770-S5A-408 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030C 06770-S5A-A10ZA

2001-05 Civic 7521H8 GX

2003-05 Civic 7521H8 Hybrid

2002-06 CR-V 7521H8 04770-S9A-405 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030D 06770-S9A-A80ZA

04770-S9A-409

A19030E

2007, 2010-11 7521K4 CR-V

04770-SWA-405 0.6 hr

6KY00 O4100

A19030F 77810-SWA-A70ZA

2003-11 Element

7521H8

04770-SCV-405 0.5 hr 04770-SCV-409

6KY00 O4100

A19030H A19030I

06770-SCV-A80ZA

2002-04 Odyssey

7521H9 04770-S5A-405 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030M 06770-S0X-A10ZA

2003-08 Pilot 7521H9 04770-S9A-405 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030N 06770-S9V-A01ZA

04770-S9A-409

A19030O

2006 Ridgeline 7521H9 04770-SJC-406 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030P 06770-SJC-A10ZA

2007-14 Ridgeline

7521K4 04770-SJC-415 0.5 hr 6KY00 O4100

A19030Q 77810-SZT-A80ZA

Inspect the Airbag Only

Year/Model

Operation Number

2001-05 Civic

7525B3

2001-05 Civic GX 7525B3

2003-05 Civic Hybrid

7525B3

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Flat Rate Time
0.3 hr

Defect Code
6KY00

Symptom Code
O4100

Template ID A19030R

Failed Part Number 06770-S5A-A10ZA

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REPAIR PROCEDURE NOTE: · If the VIN status inquiry indicates that the vehicle is subject to any open safety recalls, including the front passenger's airbag inflator, make sure to also complete those recall repairs before returning the vehicle to the customer. If you are unable to complete any open recall, advise the customer of the recall status and when the recall could be completed. · Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons. · Be careful not to damage any parts when replacing the inflator, and follow the procedure exactly. · If, before removing the airbag module, you suspect that it may be the incorrect airbag for the vehicle or a counterfeit, do not remove the airbag. Contact your DPSM for assistance. · Make sure you have reviewed the SRS Precautions and Procedures in the service information before doing the REPAIR PROCEDURE. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off. · If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, go to step 2. · If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance. 2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing. 3. Remove the driver's airbag module. Refer to the applicable vehicle's service information. 4. Place the airbag module, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
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5. Civic only - Determine if the airbag is made by Autoliv or Takata by comparing the inflators to those in the images below. NOTES The Autoliv serial number label is different from the Takata label; the Autoliv has 11 characters, the Takata has 9. · If the airbag is made by Autoliv, the airbag is OK. Reinstall the airbag using new Torx bolts. Torque the bolts to 9.8 N·m (7.2 lb-ft). If you already received a replacement inflator, return the unopened kit to American Honda. · If the airbag is made by Takata, go to step 6. NOTE If the airbag is made by Takata but has an Autoliv inflator, go to step 6.
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6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received must be included in the warranty claim. NOTE: · The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk. · There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit, ignore it because it is not used. · Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. If there is no horn plate installed, go to step 8. If there is a horn plate installed, there are two ways to access the inflator. NOTE 2007-14 Ridgeline - you do not have to remove the horn bracket. Go to step 8. 7.1. Remove the horn plate - all except CR-V. 7.1.1. Remove the four horn plate mounting bolts, the mounting bolt felt washers, the horn plate, and remove the felt tape covering the lower two inflator locknuts. The felt washers and felt tape will not be reused.
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7.2. Cut the horn plate - Only for CR-V. NOTE
If the bracket has been previously cut, go to step 8. 7.2.1. Using a marker, draw a line on the horn plate as shown.
7.2.2. Using the snips, cut along the line drawn. NOTE
Always use sharp snips. If they are dull and you twist or wiggle them back and forth, you may warp the horn plate, which would require a new airbag module.
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7.2.3. Take the felt tape and cut it into two pieces. Apply to the cut surface for protection. NOTES
· Do not file the metal edges. · Make sure the felt tape does not interfere with the horn plate or horn plate springs.
7.2.4. Measure the space between the two copper contacts on the horn plate as shown. The space should be between 1.1 and 1.9 mm. NOTE There is a copper contact on each side of the airbag module. · If the spaces are within specification, write the measurements on the side of the horn plate. · If either of the spaces is out of specification, try to correct it. If the space is too large, use a pair of pliers to close the space, or if the gap is too small, use a flat headed screwdriver to open it up so that the copper contacts are within specification. Write down the measurement on the side of the horn plate.
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8. Using needle-nose vise grips or a 3/8 in. 6-point socket, remove the four locknuts from the inflator. The locknuts will not be reused. NOTE Do not remove the inflator from the airbag module until you complete step 9.
9. Use shop air to clean any debris that may be on the inflator, then remove the inflator from the airbag module. NOTES
· Do not allow any debris to enter the inflator opening in the airbag. · Do not deploy the inflator. The inflator must be returned to its supplier in the box the new inflator came in. Follow
the shipping instructions supplied with the inflator kit. If you have any questions about shipping, call Warranty Parts Inspection (WPI) at 937-642-2737.
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10. Turn over the airbag module (inflator side down), and shake it to remove any debris from the inflator opening.

11. Install the new inflator in the airbag module.

NOTE

There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

Click HERE for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to Takata inflators. While both the driver's and front passengers inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

There are four different styles of inflators. Make sure you use the correct installation procedures for the type of inflator you have.

Type 1 - See 11.1

Type 2 - See 11.2

Type 3 - See 11.3

Type 4 - See 11.4

04770-SWA-405

04770-S5A-405

04770-S5A-408

04770-S9A-409

04770-SJC-415

04770-SDA-406

04770-SCV-409

04770-S9A-405

04770-SCV-405

04770-SJC-406

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11.1. Type 1 - Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 11.1.1. Place the inflator into the opening with the inflator harness toward the bottom of the airbag module. NOTE The image shows the horn bracket removed.
11.1.2. If the airbag inflator kit came with a label, attach the label to the inflator module as shown, then go to step 12.
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11.2. Type 2 - Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. NOTE Refer to Driver's Inflator Type 2 in the video. 11.2.1. Place the inflator into the opening with the inflator harness toward the bottom of the airbag module. Do not force it into the airbag module.
11.2.2. Using a pair of pliers, gently pull up on each stud up while pushing the inflator module down until the airbag is properly seated within the airbag module, then go to step 12.
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11.3. Type 3 - Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. NOTE Refer to Driver's Inflator Type 3 in the video.
11.3.1. Place the inflator into the opening with the inflator harness toward the bottom of the airbag module.
11.3.2. Install the bracket onto the studs. Make sure the locator tab fits into the locator hole as shown, then go to step 12. NOTE Make sure the harness comes out through the center opening. Do not install the bracket over the harness wires.
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11.4. Type 4 - Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. NOTE Refer to Driver's Inflator Type 4 in the video.
11.4.1. Place the inflator into the opening with the inflator harness toward the bottom of the airbag module.
11.4.2. Install the bracket onto the studs with the stamp LOWER at the bottom of the airbag module. 11.4.3. Make sure the three tabs and notches are properly aligned, then go to step 12.
NOTES · The tabs and notches are designed to align in one direction only. If the tabs and notches are not
aligned, the inflator and bracket are not installed correctly. · Make sure the harness comes out through the center opening. Do not install the bracket over the
harness wires.
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12. Install and torque the new locknuts to 3.9 N·m (2.8 lb-ft, 34 lb-in). 13. If applicable, reinstall the horn plate.
13.1. Cover the lower two inflator locknuts with new felt tape (if applicable). 13.2. Install the horn plate with new felt washers on its mounting bolts. Torque the mounting bolts to 3.4 N·m (2.5
lb-ft, 30 lb-in), then make sure the horn plate moves freely.
14. Install the driver's airbag module using new Torx bolts from the kit and torque the bolts to 9.8 N·m (7.2 lb-ft). Refer to the service information.
15. Reconnect the battery negative cable and do the following: · Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped). · Press and hold the audio unit power button to exit the anti-theft mode. · Enter the radio presets. · Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).
16. Turn the ignition to ON and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off. 17. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number.
For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number must be included in the warranty claim. END
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