Campaign - Integrated Motor Assist Controller Update: Overview
01-102November 27, 2001
Applies To: 2000-01 Insight with M/T - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Product Update: IMA Controller Modification
BACKGROUND
The IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) system supplies power to various 12-volt loads on the vehicle (lights, radio, windows, etc.) and assists the engine to improve vehicle performance. In very cold weather, power demands on the IMA battery module can exceed output, causing permanent damage to the battery module.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Not all 2000-01 Insights with M/T are affected by this product update. Only vehicles that are registered and normally driven in cold weather areas are affected. Before you begin, verify that the vehicle is registered in one of the states affected by the update (see the map). Then check for vehicle eligibility by doing one of the following.
^ Verify that the customer has a notification letter.
^ Check the vehicle's VIN on your campaign responsibility report.
^ Do a VIN status inquiry on DCS.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this product update. An example of the customer notification.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the battery condition monitor (BCM) module and the motor control module (MCM).
PARTS INFORMATION
ECU Module Kit: P/N 06060-PHM-305, H/C 6912901
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number: 118121
Flat Rate Time: 0.8 hour
Failed Part: P/N 1K100-PHM-010
H/C 6377170
Defect Code: 5AG
Contention Code: L43
Template ID: 01-102A
Skill Level: Repair Technician
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