Pcm Software Outputs Incorrect Readiness Code Status (05-072)

Publication date: 2011-11-08
Reference number: 05-072

PCM SOFTWARE OUTPUTS INCORRECT READINESS CODE STATUS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 05-072, Date of Issue: November 8, 2011

HONDA:	2005 Odyssey EX-L and Touring
CATEGORY:	Fuel/Emissions
APPLIES TO:	2005 Odyssey EX-L and Touring - ALL

Superceded Bulletin(s): 05-072, Date of Issue: December 24, 2005

NOTE: (Supersedes 05-072, dated December 24, 2005)

REVISION SUMMARY

Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the operation number.

BACKGROUND

Readiness codes are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. If any of the codes are set to "incomplete," the vehicle could fail a state emissions test.

SYMPTOM

When using the HDS to check the readiness code status, all codes are indicated as being complete, even if they are not. The status of readiness codes checked with a generic scan tool or with the HDS in generic mode will read correctly.

PROBABLE CAUSE

The PCM software incorrectly reports that the readiness code status is complete.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Update the PCM software.

SOFTWARE INFORMATION

HDS Version: 2.002.0006 (or later)

PGM-FI Program ID: RGMA620

PGM-FI Program Part Number: 37805-RGM-A62

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 125517

Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hour

Failed Part: P/N 37820-RGM-A61

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 01201

Skill Level: Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Update the PGM-FI software using HDS version 2.002.0006 or later. To update the PGM-FI software, refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, UPDATING CONTROL UNITS/MODULES .