RL V6-3.7L (2009)
PROM - Programmable Read Only Memory: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine Controls - PCM Software Update Precautions
09-009
March 21, 2009
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Disconnect the AcuraLink Update Connector Before Updating the PCM (Supersedes 09-009, dated February 28, 2009, to revise the information marked
by the black bars and asterisks)
*REVISION SUMMARY
^ Under BACKGROUND and VEHICLES AFFECTED, early production 2009 RLs and TSXs with Tech Package have been added.
^ Under WARRANTY IN FORMATION, a footnote was added to indicate that the warranty information in this service bulletin can only be used when
submitting a warranty claim for PCM updating.
^ Under PROCEDURE, separate AcuraLink update connector disconnection procedures were added for RL and for TSX.*
BACKGROUND
*On some 2009 RLs, TLs, and TSXs with Tech Package (see VEHICLES AFFECTED), an AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) communication error
requires that you disconnect the AcuraLink control unit 5P update connector before doing a PCM update. If the AcuraLink update connector is not
disconnected, the PCM may not accept the update, or the engine may not start after the update. To correct either of these problems, disconnect the
AcuraLink update connector, and redo the update.*
VEHICLES AFFECTED
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION*
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
1255A2C
Flat Rate Time:
0.2 hour
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
*The warranty information in this service bulletin can only be used when submitting a warranty claim for PCM updating. For warranty information on
PCM updating, refer to the specific service bulletin for the symptom you are repairing.
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.
*PROCEDURE: RL
NOTE:
This procedure is required only if you are updating the PCM.
1. Remove the trunk left side trim panel:
