Whistling from Center Dash Area – 2017-2019 Honda CR-V

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Service Bulletin 19-018
June 21, 2019 Version 1
Whistling from Center Dash Area
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year Model Trim VIN Range
2017-18 CR-V LX ALL
2019 CR-V
LX 2WD 2HKRW5H3.KH000001 thru 2HKRW5H3.KH411492
LX 4WD 2HKRW6H3.KH000001 thru 2HKRW6H3.KH219413
LX 2WD 5J6RW5H3.KL000001 thru 5J6RW5H3.KL004046
LX 4WD 5J6RW6H3.KL000001 thru 5J6RW6H3.KL004537
SYMPTOM
A whistling is heard from the center dash area when the engine is running with the A/C system cycling on and off, or a
few seconds after the ignition is turned to OFF.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
There is a vibration within the expansion valve.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the A/C expansion valve.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Part Name Part Number Quantity
Refrigerant Oil (ND-OIL 14 (40 ml) (POE)) 38899-50Z-G03 1
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.
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PARTS INFORMATION
Part Name Part Number Quantity
Expansion Valve 80220-TLA-A61 1
O-Ring (5/8 in) 80871-SN7-003 2
O-Ring (8 mm) 80873-ST7-000 1
O-Ring (1/2 in) 80872-SN7-003 1
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation
Number
Description Flat Rate
Time
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Template
ID
Failed Part Number
615130 Replace the A/C
expansion valve. 0.7 hr
03214 04201 A19018A 80220-TLA-A41
620025
Recover and charge the
A/C refrigerant.
NOTE
R-1234YF
0.7 hr
Skill Level: Repair Technician
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to the service information.
NOTE
Measure the amount of refrigerant oil removed from the A/C system after the recovery process is completed. Make
sure to put the same amount of new refrigerant oil back into the A/C system before charging.
2. Remove the bolt securing the A/C line to the expansion valve, and carefully move the line far enough to remove the
valve.
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3. Remove and replace the expansion valve with the new part, and torque the bolts to 3.3 N·m (2.4 lb-ft). Make sure
to replace all of the O-rings with new ones.
NOTE
To avoid damage, apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil to the new O-rings before putting them on.
4. Connect the A/C lines to the expansion valve, and torque the bolt to 9.8 N·m (7.2 lb-ft). Make sure to replace all of
the O-rings with new ones.
NOTE
To avoid damage, apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil to the new O-rings before putting them on.
5. Charge the A/C system. Refer to the service information.
NOTE
Refrigerant capacity for 2.4 L engine is 415 to 465 grams (14.64 to 16.40 oz)
6. Make sure the noise is gone.
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