S2000 L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
Constant Velocity Joint: All Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - Vibration From Rear on Acceleration
02-063
October 29, 2002
Applies To:
2000-01 S2000 - ALL
2002 S2000
- From VIN JHMAP1...2T000001 thru JHMAP1...2T000006
Rear Vibration During Acceleration
SYMPTOM
When accelerating at any speed above 30 mph, a vibration can be felt through the seats from the rear of the car. If you lift your foot off the throttle or
decelerate, there is no vibration.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The CV joint housing is damaged.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace both inboard CV joints.
PARTS INFORMATION
Inboard Boot Band (2 required):
P/N 44327-SV4-305, H/C 5316781
Inboard Joint (2 required):
P/N 42320-S2A-310, H/C 6237010
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
220115 - Both sides
Flat Rate Time:
2.0 hours
Failed Part:
P/N 42320-S2A-310
H/C 6237010
Defect Code:
045
Contention Code:
B99
Template ID:
02-063A
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.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Refer to pages 16-3 through 16-16 of the 2000-2003 S2000 Service Manual to replace the inboard CV joint.
2.
Repeat the procedure for the opposite side of the vehicle.
3.
Test-drive the car to make sure the vibration felt when accelerating above 30 mph is gone.