CL TYPE S V6-3.2L SOHC (2001)
Battery: Technical Service Bulletins
Electrical - Battery Testing And Replacement Information
88-016
January 15, 2010
Applies To:
ALL
Battery Testing and Replacement
(Supersedes 88-016, dated September 12, 2009, to revise the information marked by asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*^ Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, battery claim Error Codes were added to some Warranty Requirements.
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The 2005 Model Year and Later battery coverage section was changed to 2005-10 Model Year Vehicles.*
BACKGROUND
Maintaining batteries in vehicles is an important part of ensuring a battery's operating life. American Honda recommends using the ED-18 and GR8 to
check and maintain batteries. Refer to this bulletin for:
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Information on when to use the ED-18 and the GR8.
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Instructions on how to use the ED-18 and the GR8.
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How to properly submit a battery warranty claim.
REQUIRED TOOLS
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GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station:
P/N MTRGR81100P
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ED-18 Battery Analyzer (Version 1 or 2):
ED-18 Version 1: P/N INBED18LLH
ED-18 Version 2: P/N INB17191840
NOTE:
The ED-18 Battery Analyzer Version 1 is no longer available for purchase.
Tool Requirements
The GR8 and ED-18 software must be updated within 3 days of a new software update release. Refer to the applicable service bulletins for more
information:
^ 09-034, GH8 Battery Diagnostic Station Update In formation
^ 09-027, ED- 18 Battery Analyzer Update In formation
Warranty Requirements
The 10-digit test code must be included on a battery replacement claim. Refer to WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION.
ORDERING INFORMATION
To order the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station or the ED-18-2 Battery Analyzer, go to the Acura Tool and Equipment catalog on the iN (select Service >
Service Bay > Tool and Equipment Program > Online Catalog), or call.
ED-18 AND GR8 USES
New Arrivals, TQI, and Storage
NOTE:
