Product Update: 2000 NSX Powertrain Control Module (01-007)

WARNING: This page is about the NSX 3.0 NA1, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2001-02-05
Reference number: 01-007

PRODUCT UPDATE: 2000 NSX POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE

TECHNICAL SERVICE INFORMATION

Reference Number(s): 01-007, Date of Issue: February 5, 2001

ACURA:	2000 NSX
GROUP:	Fuel/Emissions
APPLIES TO:	2000 NSX with A/T

BACKGROUND

During engine warm-up, the MIL may come on with a DTC P1486 (thermostat range/performance problem) stored. During warm-up, the PCM monitors the coolant temperature. If the heater is being used, the coolant may not reach operating temperature fast enough to meet the parameters built into the PCM's software.

CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION

Due to the small number of vehicles involved in this campaign, Acura Client Services will contact the owners directly to inform them that they should have their vehicles repaired.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the PCM (Powertrain Control Module).

PARTS INFORMATION

Powertrain Control Module: P/N 37820-PR7-A52

Panel Clip (if needed): P/N 91560-SL0-T00

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Operation number: 122113

Flat rate time: 1.2 hours

Failed part: P/N 37820-PR7-A49

Defect code: 574

Contention code: L12

Template ID: 01-007A

Skill level: Repair Technician

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Move both seats as far forward as they will go. Tilt the seat-backs forward.
Remove the left and right rear trim panels (four clips each). See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Rear Trim Panels
Use a trim pad remover to carefully remove the rear upper trim panel. Replace any broken clips.
Remove the two mounting screws from the rear center trim panel. See Fig 2 .

Fig 2: Rear Center Trim Panel
Disconnect the six connectors from the PCM. See Fig 3 .

Fig 3: Disconnecting Six Connectors
Remove the four PCM mounting bolts. Remove the PCM.
Install the new PCM. Reconnect the six connectors.
Connect the PGM Tester to the 16P DLC.
Turn the ignition switch ON (II) . Follow the screen prompts to rewrite the immobilizer code in the PCM.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Disconnect the PGM Tester.
Turn the Ignition switch ON (II). Make sure the immobilizer indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes out. If the indicator starts blinking, you will have to do the rewrite procedure again.
Install the interior panels. Move the seats to their normal positions.
Center-punch a completion mark above the first character (J) of the engine compartment VIN. See Fig 4 .

Fig 4: Engine Compartment VIN