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1. 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 7 of 13 Airbag System Components and Repairs AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENTS The airbag system in this vehicle includes the following components that may deploy in a collision 1 Driver and front passenger seat belt tensioners may deploy independently from any airbags 2 Driver and front passenger SRS airbags 3 Side airbags mounted in the outer driver and front passenger seat backs 4 Side curtain airbags mounted above the left and right side windows under the headliner SMARTVENT SIDE AIRBAGS Beginning with the 2015 model year these vehicles are equipped with SmartVent side airbag construction e This airbag design helps mitigate the risk of excessive airbag deployment force and risk of injury to smaller seat occupants e Eliminates the need for the Occupant Position Detection System OPDS sensor located in the front passenger s seat back As with all side airbags the following service precautions apply e Special seat covers and or breakaway thread are used to ensure proper deployment path e Damaged front seat covers should be replaced not repaired e Do not install non factory seat covers because they may alter the airbag s intended deployment path Low Pressure Area Divider and Vent Holes High Pressure Area SmartVent Side Airbag AIRBAG SYSTEM REPAIRS REQUIRED AFTER DEPLOYMENT To restore proper function and allow DTCs to be clea2. e This occurs when the front passenger s weight sensors detect 65 Ib 29 kg or less the weight of an infant or small child on the seat PASSENGER e lf the indicator comes on with no front passenger and no objects AIRBAG Passenger Airbag on the seat or with an adult occupying the seat something may OFF Indicator be interfering with the seat weight sensors or there may be a problem with the system Refer to SRS Symptom Troubleshooting in the service manual or contact a Honda dealer for assistance if necessary side Airbag OFF Indicator 2012 14 Models Only This indicator comes on when the OPDS sensor detects that the front passenger side airbag needs to be shut off for safety e This may occur because the passenger is too small to be sitting in the front seat is slouching or not sitting upright or has leaned into the airbag s deployment path e This light is not used to indicate problems with the OPDS or airbag system e This light is not used on 2015 and later models because the OPDS sensor is not required when SmartVent side airbag construction is applied Side Airbag OFF Indicator AIRBAG SYSTEM ELECTRICAL REPAIRS Except when doing electrical inspections that require battery power always turn the vehicle to the OFF LOCK mode disconnect the negative battery cable then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work e For easier identification electrical connectors that contain only airbag system w
3. following content is intended only to highlight new special concerns No body repairs should be attempted without first referencing the appropriate body repair manual for complete information USE OF HEAT DURING BODY STRAIGHTENING AND REPAIR Heating Unacceptable When you are doing body straightening and repair procedures Pan raw e DO NOT apply heat to any body part during straightening g E This may compromise the internal structure and strength of high strength steel parts e Any part that has heat applied to it during straightening MUST be replaced with new parts e Ignoring these instructions may significantly reduce occupant protection in any subsequent collision SECTIONING CUT AND JOINT GUIDELINES Various high strength steel materials with different sheet thicknesses and strengths are applied in many places that vary by body design in order to increase collision safety STIFFENER performance body stiffness and weight reduction Stiffening members inside each part patch stiffener etc are also specified in detail Follow these guidelines to avoid an unsafe repair e Sectioning cut and joint should usually be avoided except for mild steel outer panels and floor panels unless a specific procedure is provided in the body repair manual e However depending on the type of vehicle damage steel parts with a tensile strength lt 780 MPa may be Single layer area of Multi layer area of sectioned provided ALL of the fo
4. or painting 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved GROUND BOLT Others w o CMBS GROUND IFE GROUND MIFE MOUNTING HOLI PLUG 13 of 13
5. HONDA Body Repair News C Applies To 2012 CR V Model Series ALL October 2014 2012 CR V New Model Body Repair Information DISCLAIMER This publication contains a summary of new body and vehicle technology that may affect collision and other body repairs Always refer to the appropriate service and body repair manuals for complete repair information A subscription may be purchased at techinfo honda com TABLE OF CONTENTS New Model Body Technology Body Repair Information Welding Precautions and Information Airbag System Components and Repairs Electrical Repair Information Page 10 OVERVIEW OF BODY FEATURES 2012 14 models have these body features 1 Advanced Compatibility Engineering ACE body structure 2 Extensive use of high tensile strength steel 58 including 10 in grade 780 3 Reinforced roof structure for improved rollover protection For the 2015 model year a minor model change MMC added or upgraded these body features 1 Next Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering ACE body structure 2 Introduction of 1 500 MPa ultra high strength steel UHSS to improve frontal crash energy management through a wider range of offset and oblique collision modes 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved ABN 52532 1410 1 of 13 New Model Body Technology BODY CONSTRUCTION AND HIGH STRENGTH STEEL CONTENT 2012 14 MODELS e Steel parts are color coded based on their ten
6. age and current setup e The photos at right show the difference in results between pulsed and non pulsed MIG brazing 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 6 of 13 MAG WELDING SPECIFICATIONS FOR 590 980 MPa HIGH STRENGTH STEEL PARTS NOTE In this publication and the body repair manuals gas metal arc welding GMAW is referred to by its subtypes depending on the welding brazing requirements e MIG welding brazing Metal inert gas welding or brazing where 100 argon Ar shielding gas is used Argon is inert and does not react with the molten weld pool or brazing operation e MAG welding Metal active gas welding where the shielding gas being used contains a mixture of 80 argon Ar and 20 carbon dioxide CO It is considered active because the CO undergoes a limited reaction with the molten weld pool Important Information Parts made of High Strength Steel 590 980 MPa must often be installed as a complete part Section only according to published repair information and guidelines This high strength steel requires special welding equipment procedures and settings See the welding section of the appropriate body repair manual Failure to use the proper equipment or follow the proper procedures can result in an unsafe repair The body repair manual specifies the weld types and Steel Tensile MPa Wire Tensile ksi locations for each body panel e The welding wire used must have a tensile st
7. elf is not damaged e Sealing of the headlight lens and headlight E gt e housing is maintained _ ll Refer to Headlight Bracket Replacement in the body repair manual for complete information F A S _ al Lower Headlight Bracket POWER TAILGATE INFORMATION Beginning with the 2015 model year Touring models include a power tailgate e The power tailgate will not be able to open or close automatically until it is reset when e The battery is disconnected or the No A7 10 A fuse in the under hood fuse relay box is removed while the power tailgate is operating Power Tailgate e Certain power tailgate components have Actuator been replaced e Refer to Resetting the Power Tailgate Control Unit in the service manual for complete information View Inside Left Rear Pillar Area SYSTEMS THAT MAY REQUIRE DEALER ASSISTANCE WITH AIMING Some models may be equipped with one or more of the following systems that require aiming after collision repairs Special tools are required to complete the aiming procedures Contact a Honda dealer for assistance LaneWatch LaneWatch uses a camera and the center display to help drivers recognize objects in the blind spot of the passenger side door mirror The LaneWatch camera must be aimed after one or more of the following procedures are done e LaneWatch camera removal or replacement e Door mirror removal or replacement e Door panel removal or replacement e Door panel body r
8. epair LaneWatch does not set DTCs Troubleshooting and camera aiming are done using the navigation system or center display self diagnostics LaneWatch does not use an indicator to inform the driver of a malfunction LaneWatch Camera 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 11 of 13 Touring models are equipped with the following driver support systems that may require aiming after collision repairs Special tools are required to complete the aiming procedures Contact a Honda dealer for assistance Lane Departure Warning LDW The multipurpose camera unit must be re aimed if e The camera unit is removed or replaced e The windshield is removed or replaced If the aiming is incomplete the LKAS and ACC indicators come on and blink e The LDW warning message may also appear LDW Indicator Adaptive Cruise Control ACC and Collision Mitigating Braking System CMBS The millimeter wave radar for the ACC CMBS must be re aimed if e The radar unit is removed or replaced e The radar unit s mounting area was damaged The ACC indicator comes on if the aiming process is not completed or the service manual procedure is not followed e The ACC warning message may also appear ACC Indicator CMBS Indicator Lane Keeping Assist System LKAS System The multipurpose camera unit must be re aimed if e The camera control unit is removed or replaced e The windshield is removed or
9. he wrong parts were installed Front Grille Emblem Bases ELECTRICAL PIGTAIL AND CONNECTOR REPAIR e Disconnect the vehicle s battery before doing any welding or electrical repairs Refer to 12 Volt Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection in the service or body repair manuals for more information e Certain front and rear electrical connectors subject to collision damage may be repaired using pigtails and connectors listed in the ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS illustrations in the parts catalog example shown here e Pigtails attach to the vehicle wiring using special crimp and seal terminal joints After crimping the joints are heated using a heat gun to seal out the environment e Repair pigtails come in a limited range of colors that usually do not match the vehicle s wiring Pay close attention during repairs to ensure correct locations e Vehicle wiring schematics service information can be found in the Electrical Wiring Diagrams EWD e If wiring is damaged and a repair pigtail or connector is not available replace the affected harness e NEVER attempt to modify splice or repair airbag system wiring ELECTRICAL GROUND WIRE PROTECTION e Painting over electrical ground locations may cause electrical systems such as Vehicle Stability Assist VSA to malfunction and set DTCs that may be difficult to diagnose e Protect the ground wire and the ground wire mounting hole threads with a bolt or silicone plug when priming
10. iring are yellow in color e Many harnesses that contain primarily airbag wiring are also wrapped in yellow tape e Airbag system wiring that runs in a common harness such as a floor harness is generally not marked e NEVER attempt to modify splice or repair airbag system wiring If airbag system wiring is damaged replace the wiring harness es NOTE Refer to the service manual for complete restraint system operation diagnostic and repair information 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 9 of 13 Electrical Repair Information TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS 2012 13 Models These vehicles are equipped with an initiator less type TPMS that uses 4 tire pressure sensors e The low tire pressure indicator comes on if the air pressure is significantly low in one or more tires e Cold weather the use of tire sealants or installing non TPMS type wheels including the compact spare tire may also cause the indicator to come on e The TPMS or low tire pressure TPMS indicator will stay on and the system will set DTCs if all four tire pressure sensor IDs are not memorized by the TPMS control unit after you e Substitute a known good wheel with tire pressure sensor e Replace a tire pressure sensor e Replace the TPMS control unit e Refer to Memorizing a Tire Pressure Sensor ID in the service manual for complete information e A TPMS trigger tool such as the ATEQ VT55 and an HDS or equ
11. ivalent scan tool are required to do the memorization procedure Contact a Honda dealer for assistance if necessary e NOTE The system indicators used vary depending on whether the vehicle has an information display or a multi information display Low Tire Pressure Indicator TPMS Indicator 2014 15 Models These vehicles are equipped with an indirect TPMS This system design uses the VSA wheel speed sensors to monitor and compare tire characteristics while driving to determine if one or more tires are significantly underinflated The low tire pressure TPMS indicator blinks and or comes on if e The air pressure is too low in one or more tires e The system requires calibration or is calibrating e The compact spare is mounted e There is a TPMS problem TPMS calibration must be started every time you e Adjust the pressure in one or more tires e Rotate the tires Low Tire Pressure TPMS Indicator e Replace one or more tires e Replace or update the VSA modulator control unit Refer to TPMS Calibration in the service or owner s manual for complete information Contact a Honda dealer for assistance if necessary 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 10 of 13 REPLACEABLE HEADLIGHT BRACKET If the lower bracket on the headlight assembly is broken a service replacement bracket is available The bracket can be replaced provided the following criteria are met e The headlight assembly its
12. llowing conditions are met a ee Sectioning must be done in a single layer area of the part OK NOT OK Multi layer internal steel reinforcements and stiffeners must not be cut The repair is not in a load bearing area such as engine transmission or suspension mounting points REINFORCEMENT Sectioning Area Examples e Replace body structural components such as Welding Method stiffeners reinforcements and other multi layered dit aenblle MAG Welding steel parts as assemblies that match the replacement parts configuration e Approved welding methods are listed in the table e Refer to the body repair manual section Parts Sectioning Cut and Joint Guidelines for complete information Spot SEC Weld Plug Butt Welding Methods For Steel Parts O Approved X Not Approved 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 5 of 13 Welding Precautions and Information REPAIRING 1 500 MPa STEEL PARTS Observe these precautions when repairing 1 500 MPa steel parts e NEVER attempt to straighten damaged 1 500 MPa steel parts because they may crack e 1 500 MPa steel parts MUST be replaced at factory seams using squeeze type resistance spot welding STRSW DO NOT SECTION these parts e MIG brazed joints should be used ONLY in locations not accessible by a spot welder e To assure adequate weld tensile strength always set the spot welder to the specifications provided in the body repair ma
13. nual Important Information Parts made of Ultra High Strength Steel UHSS 1 500MPa USIBOR must be installed as a complete part No sectioning allowed Ultra High Strength Steel requires special welding equipment procedures and settings See the welding section of the appropriate body repair manual Failure to use the proper equipment or follow the proper procedures can result in an unsafe repair e NEVER perform MAG welding on 1 500 MPa steel The heat generated during MAG welding will significantly reduce the strength and structural integrity of 1 500 MPa steel parts e This photo shows tensile strength test results of MAG welded 1 500 MPa steel The 1 500 MPa steel fractured first because the welding heat reduced 7 its strength to far below 590 MPa j i kz e For more information refer to Repair Guidelines for p High Strength Steel Parts in the body repair manual Tensile Test Results of MAG Welded 1 500 MPa Steel MIG BRAZING GUIDELINES FOR 1 500 MPa STEEL PARTS Refer to the body repair manual for complete information e MIG brazed joint locations are specified in the body repair manual e A single or double hole MIG braze may be specified in the body repair manual depending on the tensile strength of the parts being joined e The size and number of holes are critical to achieving adequate joint strength e A pulsed MIG welder MUST be used Refer to the equipment manufacturer s instructions for welder volt
14. red the airbag system MUST be repaired as specified in the service manual Refer to Component Replacement Inspection After Deployment for complete information e DO NOT install used refurbished or modified airbag system parts e When making airbag system repairs only use new genuine replacement parts which are manufactured to the same standards and quality as the original parts e To ensure the correct replacement airbag system parts are installed provide the vehicle s VIN when ordering parts Compare the part numbers on the new and removed parts to make sure they match 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 8 of 13 AIRBAG SYSTEM INDICATORS There are three indicators used for the airbag system Supplemental Restraint System SRS Indicator When you turn the vehicle to the ON mode this indicator should come on and then turn off after about 6 seconds e Ifthe SRS indicator does not go off or does not come on at all there is a problem with the system e DTCs must be read and cleared using the HDS or equivalent scan tool Contact a Honda dealer for assistance if necessary e Ifa vehicle is sent to the dealer for airbag system repair or troubleshooting include a copy of the repair estimate with part numbers and the source for any replaced airbag system parts SRS Indicator Passenger Airbag OFF Indicator The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger s front airbag has been turned off
15. rength equal to or greater than the lowest tensile strength of the parts being welded This conversion chart shows the relationship of steel tensile strength MPa to the minimum welding wire tensile strength ksi e Typical ER70S 6 MIG wire has a minimum tensile strength of 70 ksi 483 MPa It can be used when welding up to 440 MPa steel parts Refer to the diagrams shown below 1 000 psi 1 ksi MAG Plug Welds MAG Butt Welds 980 MPa Steel 590 MPa Steel 590 MPa Steel 590 MPa Steel Welding Wire Tensile Strength Must Be Welding Wire Tensile Strength Must Be 2590 MPa 286 ksi 2590 MPa 286 ksi MAG PLUG WELDING GUIDELINES e MAG plug welding may be done when joining body components to 590 980 MPa steel parts e Follow the recommendations described in the body repair manual sections Repair Guidelines for High Strength Steel Parts and MAG Welding Conditions for High Strength Steel Except 1 500 MPa Parts MAG Plug Welding MAG BUTT WELDING GUIDELINES e MAG butt welding may be done only on steel parts with a tensile strength of 780 MPa and lower S B e Welding speed is critical to achieve the correct weld xs strength and minimize the heat affected zone HAZ e Follow the recommendations described in the body repair manual sections Repair Guidelines for a High Strength Steel Parts and MAG Welding BEAD Conditions for High Strength Steel Except 1 500 MPa Parts MAG Butt Welding
16. rength information 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 3 of 13 1 500 MPa HOT STAMP STEEL LOCATIONS 2015 MODELS 1 500 MPa steel is stronger than ordinary steel so it can help protect vehicle occupants while reducing overall vehicle weight to improve fuel efficiency NOTE 1 500 MPa steel is not used in 2012 14 models The numbered parts in the diagram below are constructed of 1 500 MPa steel 2015 Models Front Pillar Upper Stiffener Front Inner Upper Pillar Front Inside Sill Stiffener 4 Side Sill Reinforcement Stiffener TOWING AND LIFTING PRECAUTIONS e AWD models must be towed using only flat bed towing equipment to prevent AWD system damage e 2WD models may be towed using front wheel lift or flat bed towing equipment e AWD models do not have a manual switch to disable the system Whenever service work requires spinning the front or rear wheels with the engine always lift and support the vehicle so all four wheels are off the ground For more information refer to Emergency Towing in the owner s manual e Lift or jack only at the specified points to avoid damaging the vehicle e Do notlift or tow this vehicle by its bumpers or serious damage will result For more information refer to Lift and Support Points in the appropriate service or body repair manual 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 4 of 13 Body Repair Information NOTE The
17. replaced The LKAS indicator comes on and blinks if the aiming is not done or is not completed e The LKAS warning message may also appear LKAS Indicator Windshield Replacement On LDW LKAS Equipped Vehicles e Windshield damage within the multipurpose camera unit s field of vision can cause driver support systems to operate abnormally e Only a Honda Genuine replacement windshield should be installed Installing an aftermarket replacement windshield may also cause abnormal operation 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved LDW Warning Message CHECK ACG SYSTEM ACC Warning Message CMBS Warning Message CHECK LKAS SYSTEM LKAS LKAS Warning Message 149 nf 19 12 of 13 CMBS GRILLE DIFFERENCES Touring trim level models are equipped with a Collision Mitigating Braking System CMBS that uses a millimeter wave radar unit e This unit senses through the front grille emblem base e This part and its Honda emblem are specially designed to prevent radar interference This design change also significantly increases the part s cost e Installing the wrong front grille emblem base will cause the CMBS indicator to come on and DTC P2583 97 dust or dirt on the millimeter wave radar to set e The Honda emblem is flat and integrated into the base lens on the correct radar compatible emblem base e If the Honda emblem has a raised texture and is a separate part from the base t
18. sile strength in megapascals MPa e High strength steel is defined as any steel with a tensile strength of 340 MPa or higher e Steel repair and welding procedures vary depending on the tensile strength of the parts involved 2012 14 Body Construction Upper View Steel Tensile Strength Legend Lower View Important Information These illustrations are for general reference only Some body parts are constructed from multiple layers of different tensile strength steels Always refer to the body repair manual body construction section for specific steel tensile strength information 2014 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 2 of 13 BODY CONSTRUCTION AND HIGH STRENGTH STEEL CONTENT 2015 MODELS e Steel parts are color coded based on their tensile strength in megapascals MPa e High strength steel is defined as any steel with a tensile strength of 340 MPa or higher e Steel repair and welding procedures vary depending on the tensile strength of the parts involved 2015 Body Construction Upper View 590 MPa Steel Tensile Strength Legend Note 1 500 MPa Steel Stiffener Located Inside Side Sill Reinforcement Lower View Important Information These illustrations are for general reference only Some body parts are constructed from multiple layers of different tensile strength steels Always refer to the body repair manual body construction section for specific steel tensile st
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