Updating The HONDA Interface Module (Him) Model 3557-0100-00 (04-004)

Publication date: 2004-02-17
Reference number: 04-004

UPDATING THE HONDA INTERFACE MODULE (HIM) MODEL 3557-0100-00

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 04-004, Date of Issue: February 17, 2004

ACURA:	ALL MODELS
CATEGORY:	Maintenance\PDI
Applies To:	ALL MODELS

Service Information

All Honda Interface Modules (HIMs) with the model number 3557-0100-00 require a software update to ensure correct operation. Installing this update improves communication.

PARTS INFORMATION

Each dealer's service manager will be automatically shipped one free HIM update package. This package includes installation instructions, model label, and the software update on a plug-in board.

PROCEDURE

Check if the HIM model number is 3557-0100-00 and requires an update. If it does not have this model number, this service bulletin does not apply.
Touch a grounded metal object to free yourself of any static electricity before handling the HIM.
Remove the four screws from the back of the HIM, and then carefully remove the back cover.

Fig 1: Removing Screws From Back Of HIM
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Using your thumbs, push the plug-in board securely into the HIM expansion connector.

Fig 2: Identfying Plug-In Board
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NOTE: To avoid damaging the plug-in board handle it only by its edges.
Carefully reinstall the back cover of the HIM.
Apply the new model label over the existing label to show the revised model number, 3557-0100-01 .

Fig 3: Identifying Model Label
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