Civic EX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
Technical Service Bulletin # 01-060
Date: 010612
Recall - Fuel Pump Connector Corrosion
01-060
June 12, 2001
Applies To:
2001 Civic - From VIN 2HGES....1H500001 thru 2HGES....1H556387
Safety Recall: Civic Fuel Pump Connector
BACKGROUND
During inspection and installation of the fuel tank, water may have been left in the fuel pump connector on the top of the fuel filter. Over time, this water
could corrode the terminals in the connector, causing the engine not to start or to stall while driving.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be mailed a notification of this recall. An example of the customer notification is shown in this service bulletin.
Some vehicles affected by this recall are still in dealer inventory. According to Federal law, those vehicles cannot be sold or leased until they are
repaired.
Not all of the vehicles in the listed VIN range are affected by this campaign. Before beginning work, verify that vehicle is eligible by checking at least
one of the following:
^
The customer has a notification letter.
^
The vehicle is shown on your campaign responsibility report.
^
The vehicle is shown as eligible on a VIN Status Inquiry on DCS.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Inspect the connector for moisture or corrosion. If necessary, replace the fuel filter and any corroded terminals.
PARTS INFORMATION
Fuel Filter Kit: P/N 16010-S5A-999AH, H/C 6821094
REQUIRED SPECIAL TOOLS
Fuel Tank Assembly Wrench: 07XAA-001010A
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Failed Part:
P/N 16010-S5A-932
H/C 6655831
Defect Code:
927
Contention Code:
L27
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the rear seat cushion.