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Old 11-14-2007, 06:17 PM
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Default ATTENTION A/T OWNERS - HONDA A/T TSB (Faulty A/T)

It is not in it's pretty pdf format, but here it is pasted straight from it:

Service Bulletin
 2005 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved ATB 27225-28763 (0501) 1 of 2
CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment,
and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.

January 7, 2005
04-036
Applies To: See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Vehicle Does Not Move in Drive; MIL Comes On or D Indicator Blinks With
A/T DTC P0730
(Supersedes 04-036, dated September 24, 2004)

SYMPTOM
The vehicle does not move when you select Drive. The
MIL comes on (’01–03 models) or the D indicator blinks
(’04 models) with A/T DTC P0730 (shift control system)
set.

PROBABLE CAUSE
Excessive wear in the 2nd clutch.

VEHICLES AFFECTED
2001–03 Civic 2-door with A/T: ALL
2004 Civic 2-door with A/T:
From VIN 1HGEM....4L000001 thru
1HGEM....4L063277
2001–03 Civic 4-door DX, EX, LX with A/T: ALL
2004 Civic 4-door DX, EX, LX, VP with A/T:
From VIN 1HGES....4L000001 thru
1HGES....4L024363
From VIN 2HGES....4H500001 thru
2HGES....4H601037
VINs beginning with JHMES: ALL

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the A/T. Use the Honda Interface Module
(HIM) to update the PCM software (’01–03 models
only).

TOOL INFORMATION
To do the repair procedure, you need these items:
• Interactive Network (iN) CD (July ’04 or later)
• iN Workstation
• Honda Interface Module (HIM): T/N EQS05A35570
• PC Interface Cable (RS232): T/N VET-02002832
[This is the same cable you use to connect the PGM
Tester to the iN workstation when updating software
or when downloading DTCs to American Honda. The
cable is blue with an attached adapter.]
• AC Adapter (110 VAC/12 VDC Power Supply):
T/N VET-02002426
(This is the same adapter used by the PGM Tester.)
To order additional HIMs, interface cables, or AC
adapters, call the Honda Tool and Equipment Program
at 1-888-424-6857 or use the fax order form provided
in your Honda Tool and Equipment Program Catalog.
Phone lines are open Monday through Friday from
7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Central Time. You can also
order through the iN. Click on SERVICE, Service Bay,
and then Tool and Equipment, or click on eMall and
then Tool and Equipment Program.
2 of 2 04-036

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: Use the RM part number (from the
repair order) without the RM.
Example: 06200-PY4-A00
Defect Code: 58400
Symptom Code: 03203
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. Replace the A/T. See S/B 98-061, Automatic
Transmission In-Warranty Exchange Program, for
detailed requirements of the A/T ordering, removal,
and installation process.
2. ’01–03 models only: Make sure you have the iN CD
(July ’04 or later) loaded into your iN master
terminal. If not, load the CD using the instructions
that come with it. Also, make sure the vehicle’s
battery is fully charged. [Low voltage or turning the
ignition switch to LOCK (0) can permanently
damage the PCM.]
3. ’01–03 models only: Use the Honda Interface
Module (HIM) to update the PCM software. Refer to
S/B 01-023, Using the Honda Interface Module to
Update Control Units/Modules.
4. Use the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) with
version 1.012.023 or later software to clear the
DTC.
5. Do the idle learn procedure:
• Make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit,
defogger, lights, etc.) are off.
• Start the engine, and let it reach normal
operating temperature (cooling fans cycle twice).
• Let the engine idle with the throttle closed for
10 minutes.
6. 2001 Civic 2-door EX, LX models from VIN
1HGEM2...1L000001 thru 1HGEM2...1L016502:
Do the cruise control learn procedure:
• Drive the vehicle, and set the cruise control
above 40 miles per hour.
• Keep driving the vehicle for 5 to 10 minutes.
NOTE: You can use a smog/chassis dynamometer
to do this step instead of driving the vehicle. Do not
do this step with the vehicle on a lift.
OP# Description FRT
218102
B
Replace the A/T
Align the front wheels
3.3
0.6
223517 Update the PCM software with the Honda
Interface Module (’01–03 models only)
NOTE: Submit this claim separately.
0.3
218092 Drive the vehicle (cruise control learn
procedure for ’01 Civic 2-door LX, EX from
VIN 1HGEM2...1L000001 thru
1HGEM2...1L016502)
0.3
223507 Retrieve the DTC and clear codes with the
Honda Diagnostic System
NOTE: Submit this claim separately.
0.3
Old 11-14-2007, 06:19 PM
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Hmm, my 05' had this problem when ti was really cold out at night Ie ~-20 F wind chil, put it in D and i reved it to 2k nothing than all of a sudden WAM car lunged frward

glad shes gone!
Old 11-15-2007, 12:26 PM
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thanks for the heads up ill go check my car
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