Interior - Sun Visor Warranty Extension
11-031May 10, 2011
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Warranty Extension: Sunvisor Comes Apart or Splits
(Sun visor Comes Apart or Splits When Moved, dated October 22, 2010)
BACKGROUND
On some 2006-09 Civics, the sunvisor may come apart or split with use. American Honda is extending the warranty on the sunvisor to 7 years from the original date of purchase or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Unlike other warranty extensions offered by American Honda, this warranty extension does cover vehicles with a branded or similar title under any state's law. This extension does not apply to visors damaged in a crash or from misuse.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of 2006-09 Civics will receive a notification of this warranty extension.
Before beginning work on a vehicle, verify its eligibility by doing a VIN status inquiry.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the driver's and/or the passenger's sunvisor.
PARTS INFORMATION
TOOL INFORMATION
KTC Trim Tool Set: T/N SQJATP2014
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Failed Part: P/N 83280-SNA-AO1ZB
Defect Code: 58700
Symptom Code: R7600
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Release the sunvisor cap tabs from the bracket with the appropriate trim tool.
2. Remove the sunvisor cap from the bracket.
3. Remove the sunvisor:
^ Release the sunvisor from the holder.
^ Remove the two TORX screws with a TORX 125 bit.
4. Install the new sunvisor and sunvisor cap.
5. If needed, repeat steps 1 thru 4 to replace the other sunvisor.