Service Bulletin
A18-080
October 4, 2018
Version 3
A/C Does Not Blow Cold Air and Condenser Leaks at Receiver Dryer Cap
Supersedes 18-080, dated August 25, 2018, to revise the information highlighted in yellow
AFFECTED VEHICLES
| Year | Model | Trim | VIN Range |
| 2016-17 | Pilot | ALL | ALL |
| 2018 | Pilot | 2WD | 5FNYF5…JB000001 thru 5FNYF5…JB008758 |
| 2018 | Pilot | AWD | 5FNYF6…JB000001 thru 5FNYF6…JB017071 |
| 2017-18 | Ridgeline | ALL | ALL |
| 2019 | Ridgeline | 2WD | 5FPYK2…JB000001 thru 5FPYK2…JB002793 |
| 2019 | Ridgeline | AWD | 5FPYK3…JB000001 thru 5FPYK3…JB015214 |
REVISION SUMMARY
Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time for millimeter wave radar aiming was added, and under REPAIR PROCEDURE, step 10 was added.
SYMPTOM
The A/C does not blow cold air, and the lower corner of the condenser around the receiver/dryer cap is stained.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
There is poor O-ring compression against the receiver/dryer barrel wall.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remove the A/C condenser, and replace the filter sub-assembly. Then, recharge the A/C system.
PARTS INFORMATION
| Part Name | Part Number | Quantity |
| Filter Sub-Assembly | 80101-TG7-A01 | 1 |
REQUIRED MATERIALS
| Part Name | Part Number | Quantity |
| POE Oil: Delphi RL85HM | 38899-RLV-A01 | 1 (One can repairs four vehicles.) |
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Pilot and Ridgeline without Honda Sensing
| Operation Number | Description | Flat Rate Time | Defect Code | Symptom Code | Template ID | Failed Part Number |
| 6161G3 | Remove the A/C condenser, and replace the filter sub-assembly. | 2.2 hrs | 07406 | 03220 | A18080A | 80100-TG7-A01 |
| A | Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. | 0.7 hr |
Pilot with Honda Sensing
| Operation Number | Description | Flat Rate Time | Defect Code | Symptom Code | Template ID | Failed Part Number |
| 6161G3 | Remove the A/C condenser, and replace the filter subassembly. | 2.2 hrs | 07406 | 03220 | A18080B | 80100-TG7-A01 |
| A | Evacuate and recharge the A/C system | 0.7 hr | ||||
| M | Radar aiming- add | 1.4 hrs |
Ridgeline with Honda Sensing
| Operation Number | Description | Flat Rate Time | Defect Code | Symptom Code | Template ID | Failed Part Number |
| 6161G3 | Remove the A/C condenser, and replace the filter subassembly. | 2.2 hrs | 07406 | 03220 | A18080C | 80100-TG7-A01 |
| A | Evacuate and recharge the A/C system | 0.7 hr | ||||
| M | Radar aiming- add | 0.9 hr |
Skill Level: Repair Technician
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
Check if the A/C is blowing cold air and there is staining around the receiver dryer cap on the condenser.
- If the A/C is not blowing cold air and there is staining around the receiver dryer cap on the condenser, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
- If the A/C is not blowing cold air and there is no staining around the receiver dryer cap, continue with normal system troubleshooting.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
- Recover the A/C refrigerant from the system. Refer to the service information.
- Remove the A/C condenser from the vehicle. Refer to the service information.
- Thoroughly clean the stain from the affected area on the condenser.
- Remove the sub-assembly (cap, filter, and desiccant bag) from the condenser.
NOTES
- Install the new desiccant bag as quickly as possible to prevent the system from absorbing moisture from the air.
- You will need to add 10 ml of refrigerant oil (P/N 38899-RLV-A01) with the replacement of the desiccant bag.
- Do not over tighten the plastic receiver/dryer cap; it could get stripped.
- Wipe the interior threads and sealing area of the receiver/dryer barrel with a lint-free cloth to remove all debris.
- Apply a thin layer of refrigerant oil to the O-rings. Then install the new filter sub-assembly, and torque the cap to 12 N·m (9 lb-ft).
- Install the A/C condenser. Refer to the service information.
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to the service information.
- Make sure the A/C system is operating properly.
- With Honda Sensing: Do the millimeter wave radar aiming procedure. Refer to service information.
NOTE
The millimeter wave radar aiming procedure must be done whenever the millimeter wave radar is removed or replaced.
END
A18-080
October 4, 2018
Version 3
A18-080
August 25, 2018
Version 2
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