Civic HX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC (VTEC-E) MFI (1997)
Control Module: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - Shudder/Judder/Surging/Shock/Noise/Idle Fluctuates
02-003
June 25, 2002
Applies To:
1996-98 Civic HX With CVT - All
Shudder, Judder, Surging, Shock, Noise, or Idle Fluctuation
(Replaces 99-068, Surge at Highway Speeds, dated April 11, 2000, and 99-069, Idle Fluctuates When Engine Is Cold, dated December 19, 2000)
SYMPTOM
The vehicle may have one or more of these symptoms:
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Idle fluctuates between 500 and 1,500 RPM (The fluctuation is more pronounced before the engine reaches normal operating temperature.)
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Shudder or judder when accelerating from a stop or just before stopping
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Surging at highway speeds between 2,000 and 3,000 RPM
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Excessive shock when the engine is cold and you start to accelerate
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A "coo" sound, lasting about 5 to 10 seconds, after coming to a stop
PROBABLE CAUSE
The problem may have one or more of these causes:
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TCM control unit programming is too sensitive.
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The start clutch assembly is worn.
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The start clutch control valve is contaminated.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the start clutch assembly, the start clutch control valve, and the TCM.
PARTS INFORMATION
Start Clutch Kit: P/N 06220-P2M-305, H/C 7073448
Honda ATF-Z1 (seven quarts required):
P/N 05200-9001 H/C 6512628
REQUIRED SPECIAL TOOLS
Start Clutch Remover: T/N 07TAE-P4VA120
Start Clutch Installer: T/N 07TAE-P4VA130
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
219167
Flat Rate Time:
6.0 hours
Failed Part:
P/N 22020-P4V-325
H/C 5192349