Service Bulletin 17-070

August 8, 2017 07127 Version 1

2018 Civic Type R: PDI Information

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Year Model Trim Level

2018 Civic Type R Touring

INTRODUCTION
This bulletin covers the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) of the 2018 Civic Type R. It includes these procedures:

1. Fuel the Vehicle 8. Remove the Front Suspension Height Retainers

2. Remove the Exterior Protective Coatings 9. Install the Front License Plate Holder

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3. Install the Fuses 10. Set the Tire Pressures

4. Remove the Interior Protective Coverings 11. Start the TPMS Calibration Process

5. Install the Floor Mats 12. Do the PCM Idle Learn Procedure

6. Check the Battery 13. Install the Shift Lock Release Cover

7. Install the Body Plugs 14. Check/Refresh the SiriusXM® Radio Dealer Demo
Service
To do a PDI on the navigation system, be sure to complete S/B 17-071, 2018 Civic Type R: PDI of the Navigation
System.

CLAIM INFORMATION
Reimbursement Time: 1.4 hours
NOTE: This time includes the PDI of the navigation system.

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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PDI PROCEDURES
Before Starting
Review these items:
• Perfect Delivery documents, especially the information on battery maintenance and tire pressures
• Checklist in the PDI and Final Delivery Checklist
Make sure you record the PDI on the appropriate pages of the checklist. The PDI is not done until this bulletin and the
checklist are both complete. Note on the repair order any repairs or problems that cannot be fixed within a few minutes.
Remove all PDI items from the trunk/cargo area, interior, and glove box.
Starting the Engine Without the Backup Fuse
To lower parasitic draw, the vehicle comes from the factory with the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse removed from the
main under-hood fuse box. With it removed, the engine will not start when you apply the clutch pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
To start the engine with this fuse removed, you must do this:
1. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.

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2. When the indicator blinks, touch the smart entry remote to the ENGINE START/STOP button.

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 The indicator will switch from blinking to steady when communication is complete.

3. Start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button while pressing the clutch pedal. You must start
the engine within 10 seconds of touching the remote to the button.
Get familiar with the jacking and lift points show below. Use of any other points can cause deformation/damage.

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 1. Fuel the Vehicle
Fuel this vehicle using only unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. Make sure the No. 18
BACKUP (10 A) fuse is installed before filling up the fuel tank (see “Install the Fuses”). If you do it without it installed, the
fuel gauge will take much longer than normal to show an accurate reading.
If this happens, and you do not want to wait for the gauge to show the correct level, turn the ignition to OFF and let the
vehicle sit for 10 minutes. Install the fuses, and turn the ignition to ON. The fuel gauge will then show the correct level.

2. Remove the Exterior Protective Coatings

Carefully remove all exterior protective coatings. See S/B 03-080, Removal of Protective Coatings During PDI. Do not
remove the clear protective tape on the rear doors.

3. Install the Fuses

To lower battery drain during vehicle shipping, the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse and the No. 19 AUDIO (15 A) fuse are
removed from the under-hood fuse box and stored in the center console cup holder or coin tray. Make sure you install
them where they belong.

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Vehicle Interior
4. Remove the Interior Protective Coverings
There are several protective coverings on the interior trim pieces and on some areas of the carpet. Carefully remove all
of them. Be sure your hands are clean to avoid soiling any surfaces.
Remove the protective covering on the steering wheel by pulling the top toward you. Do not try removing it by pulling the
top away and down from you or you will damage the cable reel.

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 5. Install the Floor Mats
Install the floor mats where they belong. Place the driver’s floor mat eyelets over the anchors in the floor, then turn the
knobs clockwise to the lock position.

Under-Hood (Engine Cold)

6. Check the Battery
To ensure long battery life and that the customer gets a fully charged battery, it must be checked at these times:

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• When the vehicle first arrives at the dealership
• During the PDI (if done at a later time)
• At regular intervals (if stored)
• Just before vehicle delivery
Test the battery with the ED-18 battery tester using S/B 88-023, Battery Testing and Replacement. If the ED-18 does
not show GOOD BATTERY, charge the battery with the GR8 battery diagnostic station.
Write down the GOOD BATTERY 10-digit code in the PDI and Final Delivery Checklist. During the PDI, write down the
code in the “Under Hood - Engine Cold” section. Then, at vehicle delivery, test the battery again, charge if needed, and
write down the new code in the “Final Inspection (At Delivery)” section.
NOTE: Make sure the ED-18 has the latest software installed before using it. See S/B 09-045, ED-18 Battery Tester
Update Information.

Under Vehicle (On Lift)

NOTE: A flat lift may interfere with the side spoiler. Use attachments that help prevent damaging it.
7. Install the Body Plugs
Install the body plugs as shown.

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 8. Remove the Front Suspension Height Retainers
To prevent damage to the front spoiler, this vehicle comes shipped with plastic retainers fitted into the front suspension.
Be sure to remove and discard them.

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Vehicle Exterior (Vehicle Lowered to Half-Height)
9. Install the Front License Plate Holder
If state regulations require the use of a front license plate, install the holder as shown:

Vehicle Exterior (Vehicle Lowered to Ground)

10. Set the Tire Pressures
Set the tire pressures according to the driver’s doorjamb label. Make sure the tires are at the same temperature as the
outside air when checking and setting the pressures.
NOTE: There is no spare tire. This vehicle comes with a tire repair kit.

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11. Start the TPMS Calibration Process
This vehicle has an indirect TPMS. Unlike other systems that directly measure air pressure, an indirect TPMS uses the
VSA wheel speed sensors to monitor and compare tire characteristics while driving and determine when one or more
tires are significantly underinflated.
To ensure proper operation, you must inflate all four tires to the cold inflation pressures listed on the driver’s doorjamb
label and start the TPMS calibration process during the PDI using the method below.
1. Start the engine, and park the vehicle in an open area away from trees, power lines, and tall buildings. Remove
loose articles, cell phones, and electrical accessories near the GPS antenna. If you see this screen, press and
hold the audio power button to bypass it.

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2. You will then see this screen, telling you the system is initializing (acquiring its location from the GPS satellites).
Keep watching the screen.

NOTE: Initialization averages about 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes. If it completes within
10 minutes, the screen changes to the globe screen.
3. If the system does not initialize within 10 minutes, a second screen (shown below) appears. The system is still
initializing, but it will not automatically change to the globe screen when the initialization is complete. Do not
follow the screen instructions right away. After 30 minutes, try restarting the engine to see if the system
completed the initialization. If it did not, then follow the screen instructions.

NOTE: The initialization screen may appear after battery voltage to the audio-navigation unit has been
disconnected for more than 5 minutes. If that happens, follow the screen instructions. If you are still unable to
get GPS initialization, do a search in the service information using keyword GPS.

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 4. When initialization is complete, this screen appears. Select OK.

NOTE: Selecting OK is optional. The screen will change on its own.

5. With the transmission in Neutral, turn the ignition to ON.
6. On the display, select HOME, then Settings.

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7. Select Vehicle.
8. Select TPMS Calibration.
9. Select Calibrate. The message TPMS has been initialized will appear, and the display will return to the
customization menu screen. Once started, the calibration will complete on its own.

Under-Hood (Engine Idling)

12. Do the PCM Idle Learn Procedure
To ensure a steady engine idle, do the PCM idle learn procedure after installing the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse.
1. Start the engine with the transmission in Neutral, and make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit, defogger,
lights, etc.) are turned off.
2. Wait for the engine to reach operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle twice).
3. Let the engine idle for 10 minutes with the throttle fully closed.
The PCM idle learn procedure must also be done after updating or replacing the PCM. If does not need to be done after
clearing DTCs.

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Vehicle Interior
13. Install the Shift Lock Release Cover
Install the shift lock release cover as shown.

14. Check/Refresh the SiriusXM® Radio Dealer Demo Service

The audio system comes from the factory activated with the SirusXM Radio dealer demo service. Once you install the
No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse, the system receives the full range of available channels. You can see a full list of channels
at www.siriusxm.com.

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While watching the display, tune to several channels within the full channel lineup. If you can tune to all of the channels,
the dealer demo service is activated.

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