Pilot V6-3.5L (2004)
Fluid - Differential: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Noise/Judder From Vehicle Rear When Turning
04-040
August 8, 2008
Applies To:
2003 and later Pilot - ALL
2006 and later Ridgeline - ALL
Noise and Judder From the Rear When Turning
(Supersedes 04-040, dated April 25, 2006, to update the information marked by asterisks)
SYMPTOM
There is a noise and a judder from the rear when turning.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The VTM-4 differential fluid is contaminated by clutch wear, condensation, or both. This causes the VTM-4 differential clutches to make noise and to
judder when turning.
*NOTE:
Worn VTM-4 fluid that has not been replaced at the recommended service intervals can cause the same condition. Check if the VTM-4 fluid has
been replaced at the recommended intervals. If it has not been replaced at the recommended intervals, the procedure in this bulletin applies, but it is
not covered under warranty; preventive maintenance is not a warrantable item.*
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the VTM-4 differential fluid.
PARTS INFORMATION
Drain Plug Washer (18 mm, drain plug sealing washer):
P/N 90471-PX4-000, H/C 3300936
Drain Plug Washer (20 mm, filler plug sealing washer):
P/N 94109-20000, H/C 0251728
REQUIRED MATERIALS
VTM-4 Differential Fluid (5.6 quarts required):
P/N 08200-9003, H/C 6512651
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
219006
Flat Rate Time:
0.9 hour (includes diagnosis and repair)
Failed Part:
P/N 41200-PGJ-315
H/C 7303076
Defect Code:
08103
Symptom Code:
04201
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.