Service Bulletin

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2004 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved

ATB 28380 (0412)

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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.

December 3, 2004

04-073

Applies To:

2000–04 S2000 – ALL

2005 S2000 – From VIN JHMAP2...5S000001 thru JHMAP2...5S000192

Intermittent Hesitation During Hard Acceleration

SYMPTOM

Engine hesitation at high rpm.

PROBABLE CAUSE

During hard acceleration, engine vibrations may cause

shifting of the contacts at the MAP sensor. This may

cause wear that changes the resistance of the

connection at the MAP sensor.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the MAP sensor, and install the MAP sensor

holder.

PARTS INFORMATION

MAP Sensor and Holder Kit:

P/N 06176-PCX-000, H/C 7868599

Tie Wrap:

P/N 32125-PCX-003, H/C 7868607

NOTE: One tie wrap is included in the MAP sensor and

holder kit. A replacement tie wrap is needed only if the

MAP sensor is disconnected during a later repair.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 121155

Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour

Failed Part:

P/N 37830-PAA-S00

H/C 5430319

Defect Code: 06401

Symptom Code: 09202

Skill Level:

Repair Technician

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty

expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by

the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone

Office. You must request consideration, and get a

decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Disconnect the plug from the MAP sensor, and

remove the two screws.

2. Install the new MAP sensor, and reconnect the

connector.

3. Route the tie wrap between the connector lock and

the wires, and tighten until the connector lock

shows a 1 mm gap.

TIE WRAP (MAP SENSOR HOLDER)

CONNECTOR LOCK

1 mm