Service Bulletin

Applies To:

02-027
February 5, 2008

See VEHICLES AFFECTED

Warranty Extension: 3.2 TL and 3.2 CL Automatic Transmission

(Supersedes 02-027, dated January 7, 2007, to update the information marked by the black bar)
BACKGROUND

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In certain vehicles, a higher than normal number of

A/Ts have defects in material or workmanship that
could cause premature wear or failure. To ensure that
clients have adequate warranty coverage, American
Honda is increasing the warranty on the transmission
and the torque converter to 93 months (7 years and 9
months) or 109,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
NOTE: Because of a different class action settlement
unrelated to the A/T, the warranty extension coverage
for A/Ts and torque converters on 2002-03 3.2CLs and
3.2TLs purchased or leased between April 13, 2002,
and November 7, 2006, is now 93 months (7 years and
9 months) or 114,450 miles, whichever occurs first.
For more information, refer to Service Bulletin 06-050,
Warranty Extension: Vehicle Warranty Mileage.
VEHICLES AFFECTED

199902 3.2 TL: All

OP #

Description

FRT

218181

Replace the torque converter (includes

draining the ATF through a paint strainer,
as per S/B 90-009).

5.5

218180 Replace the A/T and the torque converter

(includes draining the ATF through a paint
strainer, as per S/B 90-009).

5.5

A Replace the PCM.

0.4

B Replace the PCM and the fuel pressure

regulator.

0.5

Failed Part:

Use the RM part number (from

the repair order) without the RM
Example: 06200-PAX-A00

Defect Code:

5AT00

Symptom Code:

L7300

2003 3.2 TL (except Type S):

From VIN 19UUA5...3A000001
thru 19UUA5...3A019556

Part used for repair: Use the RM part number (from

the repair order)
Example: 06200-PAX-A00RM

2003 3.2 TL Type S:

From VIN 19UUA5...3A000001
thru 19UUA5...3A019061

Skill Level:

REPAIR PROCEDURE

200102 3.2 CL: All

Follow the DIAGNOSIS steps in Service Bulletin

90-009, Automatic Transmission In-Warranty
Exchange Program.

2003 3.2 CL (all models):

From VIN 19UYA42..3A000001
thru 19UYA42..3A005203
CLIENT NOTIFICATION
The court sent a notification to all potentially affected
clients in August/September 2006. The mailed
notification was sent to original registered purchasers,
and it informed them of the terms of the proposed
settlement. A notice of the approved settlement also
appeared in national newspapers and news websites.
CORRECTIVE ACTION

If diagnosis indicates a problem with the torque

converter or an internal A/T problem, replace the
affected unit and the PCM.
NOTE: When you order a remanufactured A/T, you will
also get an updated PCM (shipped separately) and you
may get an updated fuel pressure regulator. Make sure
you install these items as part of A/T replacement.

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Repair Technician

If your diagnosis indicates something other than a

torque converter or an internal A/T problem, make
the needed repairs. File the warranty claim using the
information in S/B 90-009.
If your diagnosis indicates a problem with the torque
converter or an internal A/T problem, follow the
IN-WARRANTY EXCHANGE steps in S/B 90-009 to
order a remanufactured A/T, replace the failed A/T,
and return the failed A/T core. File the warranty claim
using the information in this bulletin (S/B 02-027).
NOTE: If you received an updated fuel pressure
regulator with the remanufactured A/T and updated
PCM, make sure you remove and discard the old
fuel pressure regulator and replace it with the
updated one. Updated fuel pressure regulators are
marked with a black dot for easy identification. See
S/B 01-001, Hard Start After Hot Soak, for fuel
pressure regulator and PCM replacement
information.

BTB 24588-38678 (0802)

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CLIENT 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
Acura automobile dealer.
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