Disclaimer***Acura TL AWD V6-3.7L Technical Service Bulletin # 10-034 Date: 110726
Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P2118 Set
10-034
July 26, 2011
Applies To:
2009-10 TL - ALL
MIL Comes On With DTC P2118
(Supersedes 10-034, dated September 15, 2010, to update the information marked by the asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed because the MVCI updates control modules more efficiently.*
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on with DTC P2118 (throttle actuator current range/performance problem) stored.
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PROBABLE CAUSE
The PCM misinterprets ETCS (electronic throttle control system) inputs as a malfunction.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 1810B1
*Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour*
Failed Part: P/N 37820-RK1-A54
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 03203
Skill Level: Repair Technician
SOFTWARE INFORMATION HDS Software Version
2.022.104 or later.
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 PGM-FI software program IDs and P/Ns are shown. 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.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-026, Updating Control Units/ Modules.
2. Start the engine.
Does DTC P2118 recur?
Yes - This service bulletin does not apply.
Continue with normal troubleshooting.
No - The repair is complete.
