Disclaimer***Acura TL AWD V6-3.7L Technical Service Bulletin # 10-030 Date: 100813
ABS/TCS - VSA Indicator ON/DTC 118
10-030
August 13, 2010
Applies To:
2010 TL SH-AWD M/T - ALL
VSA System Indicator Is On With DTC 118; MID Indicates CHECK HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM
SYMPTOM
The VSA system indicator comes on with DTC 118
(clutch pedal position switch B), and the MID indicates
CHECK HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The clutch pedal was repeatedly not released fully during shifting, causing the VSA control unit to incorrectly judge a clutch solenoid malfunction.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the VSA control unit software with the HDS, then do the VSA sensor neutral position memorization.
SOFTWARE INFORMATION
HDS Software Version:
2.022.104 (Aug 2010) or later.
HDS Control Module (CM) Update:
Database Update 21-JUL-2010 or later.
NOTE:
To avoid an incorrect repair that would not be covered under warranty, use the software version listed above or a later version.
The updated VSA software program ID and PIN are shown below. If the HDS is loaded with the latest software, and it displays No Update Needed
during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 4135A1
Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hour
Failed Part: P/N 57114-TK5-A54
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 03205
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Update the VSA control unit software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/Modules.
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NOTE:
If an error code SD or 50 occurs after re-flash process is completed, follow the instructions of the HDS. Turn the ignition switch OFF then
ON (II), and retry programming. If the update was successfully completed, the HDS will state "this vehicle does not need an update at this
time".
2. Do the VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization with the HDS, and follow the screen prompts.
