2013-16 Accord New Model Body Repair - Techinfo
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1. 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 e Contact a Honda dealer for assistance if necessary REPLACEABLE HEADLIGHT BRACKETS If any of the headlight assembly attachment brackets are broken replacement brackets are available as service parts A broken headlight assembly can be repaired using service brackets provided it meets the following criteria e No damage to the headlight assembly e Sealing of the headlight lens and headlight housing is maintained These service brackets are available Bey D kz 1 Upper front bracket Aiba LAE G 2 Upper rear bracket i iiil ee 3 spnsmenemsnisee 3 Lower bracket Refer to Headlight Bracket Replacement in the body repair manual for complete information Service Headlight Brackets AUTO HIGH BEAM SYSTEM Touring models are equipped with this system It uses a dedicated camera mounted under a cover in front of the rearview mirror to monitor the area ahead of the vehicle and automatically changes the low beam headlights to high beams when necessary e The camera is separate from the multipurpose camera used for Honda Sensing FCW LDW LKAS functions e A green Auto Hig2. HONDA Body Repair News C Applies To 2013 Accord Model Series ALL August 2015 2013 Accord Body Repair Information Supersedes original publication issued September 2013 Revision includes 2016 model info 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 OVERVIEW OF BODY FEATURES L x an A 2013 15 models have these body features e Next Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering ACE body structure e Extensive use of high tensile strength steel 55 8 including 17 2 in grades 780 980 and 1 500 MPa e Roof panel assembly with integrated roof rail and roof arch extensions For the 2016 model year a minor model change MMC added or upgraded these body features e Introduction of the Honda Sensing suite of advanced safety and driver assistive technologies including Adaptive Cruise Control Lane Keeping Assist System Road Departure Mitigation and Collision Mitigation Braking System with pedestrian sensing capability e Aluminum hood panel on 4 door models for weight reducti
3. Use care to avoid separator foam damage The original foam cannot be restored if damaged e Replacement plastic separators are available as service parts These will not produce foam even if heated To seal the new separator apply urethane sealer around the separator to fill in the gap with the panel Acoustic Foam Separator Location 4 door model shown 2 door similar TOWING AND LIFTING PRECAUTIONS e Flat bed towing equipment is the preferred method to transport this vehicle e Front wheel lift towing equipment may also be used to tow this vehicle 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 not lift or tow this vehicle by its bumpers or serious damage will result For more information refer to Lift and Support Points in the service or body repair manual 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 5 of 13 Body Repair Information NOTE The 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 When you are doing body straightening and repair procedures follow these guidelines e Do not apply heat to any body part during straightening This may compromise the internal structure and streng
4. 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 e This occurs when the front passenger s weight sensors detect about 65 Ib 29 kg or less the weight of an infant or small child on the seat PASSENGER e Ifthe indicator comes on with no front passenger and no objects AIRBAG on the seat or with an adult occupying the seat something may be interfering with the seat weight sensors or there may be a problem with the system Contact a Honda dealer for assistance if necessary PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF Indicator AIRBAG SYSTEM REPAIRS REQUIRED AFTER DEPLOYMENT To restore proper function and allow DTCs to be cleared the airbag system must be repaired as specified in the electronic 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 VIN when ord
5. Lower gt Roorsiae tener se su siener 5 nse si Renoranent 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 3 of 13 ROOF PANEL ATTACHMENT The roof rail and roof arch extensions are integrated into the roof panel assembly Previously these were separate parts The roof panel bolts and spot welds must be removed and installed to the inner pillar and roof rail structure using a specific procedure Refer to the body repair manual section titled Roof Panel Removal and Installation for complete information 4 Door Model Shown 2 Door Similar Front Roof Rail Extension Rear Roof Rail Roof Arch Extension ALUMINUM PARTS amp REPAIRABILITY Beginning with 2016 models the hood on 4 door models is constructed from aluminum alloy Repairability Issues e Minor damage to the aluminum hood may be repaired by body shops that have dedicated aluminum repair facilities and tools e To prevent galvanic corrosion some fasteners for aluminum parts are considered one time use and must be replaced if removed as specified in the electronic service manual or body repair manual 4 Door Hood 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 4 of 13 ACOUSTIC SEPARATOR LOCATIONS Separators constructed of plastic and urethane foam are installed in multiple locations to reduce road noise intrusion into the cabin e Factory installed separator foam is expanded during the primer and paint baking process e
6. atch the replacement HE ilu Tensile Strength parts configuration e Approved welding methods are listed in the table on the right e Refer to the body repair manual section Parts Sectioning Cut and Joint Guidelines for complete information REINFORCEMENT Sectioning Area Examples Spot MAG Welding E Weld Plug Butt Welding Methods for Steel Parts O Approved X Not Approved 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 6 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 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 manually set the spot welder to the specifications provided in the body repair manual 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 r
7. epair e Never do MAG welding on 1 500 MPa steel The heat generated during MAG welding will significantly reduce the strength and structural i integrity of 1 500 MPa steel parts i e The photo on the right shows tensile strength test results of MAG welded 1 500 MPa steel The 1 500 MPa steel fractured first because the welding heat reduced its strength to far below 590 MPa e For more information refer to Repair Guidelines for High Strength Steel Parts in the body repair manual MIG BRAZING GUIDELINES FOR 1 500 MPa STEEL PARTS Refer to the body repair manual for complete information e MlG brazed joint locations are specified in the body repair manual e Asingle 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 MIG welder with pulse control must be used Refer to the equipment manufacturer s instructions for welder voltage and current setup e The photos on the right show the difference in results between pulsed and non pulsed MIG brazing 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 7 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 requirements as follows Important Informatio
8. ering parts Compare the part numbers on the new and removed parts to make sure they match AIRBAG SYSTEM ELECTRICAL REPAIRS Except when doing electrical inspections that require battery power always turn the ignition to OFF 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 wiring 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 any part of the airbag system wiring is damaged replace the affected wiring harness es NOTE Refer to the electronic service manual for complete restraint systems operation diagnostic and repair information 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 10 of 13 Electrical Repair Information TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS This vehicle is equipped with an indirect TPMS It 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 tire is mounted
9. from any airbags 2 Driver and front passenger SRS airbags 3 Side airbags mounted in the outer driver and front passenger seat backs 4 Left and right side curtain airbags mounted above the side windows under the headliner SMARTVENT SIDE AIRBAGS This vehicle is 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 in the front passenger s seatback Low Pressure Area Divider and Vent Holes As with all side airbags the following service precautions apply e Special seat covers and or breakaway thread are used to insure 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 High Pressure Area SmartVent Side Airbag 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 9 of 13 AIRBAG SYSTEM INDICATORS There are two indicators used for the airbag system Supplemental Restraint System SRS Indicator When you turn the ignition to ON 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
10. h Beam indicator lights up in the gauge control module when the system is operational e lf the windshield area around the camera is dirty the auto high beam system may not operate e Do not attach objects decals or tint film in the area around the camera e Warning messages will appear for system problems Auto High Rearview Mirror High Beam Support System Beam Camera Cannot Operate High Beam Support Clean Windshield System Problem Auto High Beam Indicator Auto High Beam Warning Messages 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 11 of 13 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 repair LaneWatch does not set DTCs Troubleshooting and camera aiming are done using the navigation system or center display self diagnostics LaneWatch does not have a malfunction indicator LaneWatch Camera Forward Co
11. llision Warning and Lane Departure Warning FCW LDW The multipurpose camera unit must be re aimed in these instances e The camera unit is removed or replaced e The windshield is removed or replaced If the aiming is incomplete the FCW and LDW indicators come on and blink The FCW and LDW warning messages may also appear LDW FCW CMBS Indicator Indicator Forward Collision Lane Departure Warning Problem Warning Problem 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 zasai Gruise i ontrol Problem e The radar unit s mounting area was damaged e Ifthe aiming process is not completed or the electronic service manual procedure is not followed the ACC indicator changes to amber and a warning message may also appear Collision Mitigation System Problem Lane Keeping Assist System LKAS System The multipurpose camera unit must be re aimed in these instances e The camera control unit is removed or replaced e The windshield is removed or replaced e Ifthe aiming is not done or is not completed the LKAS indicator LKAS Lane Keeping Assist Problem changes to amber and blinks A warning message may also appear Windshield Replacement On FCW LDW LKAS Equipped Vehicles e Windshield damage within the multipurpose camera unit s field of vision can cause any these sys
12. n e MIG welding brazing Metal inert gas welding or Part de of Hiah St th Steel 590 980 MP brazing where 100 argon Ar shielding gas is arts made of High Strength Steel a 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 e For MAG welding 80 20 shielding gas C20 is preferred However 75 25 C25 is acceptable 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 Steel Tensile MPa Wire Tensile ksi The body repair manual specifies the weld types and locations for each body pane as follows e The welding wire used must have a tensile strength equal to or greater than the lowest tensile strength of the parts being welded The conversion chart on the right 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 I
13. on and improved fuel efficiency 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved ABN 02268 1508 1 of 13 New Model Body Technology BODY CONSTRUCTION AND HIGH STRENGTH STEEL CONTENT 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 NOTE These illustrations are for general reference only Some body parts such as the front pillars 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 1500 MPa in Front Pillars Behind 590 MPa 440 MPa 4 Door Body Construction 1 500 MPa Steel Tensile Strength Legend 2 Door Body Construction 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 2 of 13 1 500 MPa HOT STAMP STEEL LOCATIONS 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 The numbered parts in the diagrams below are constructed of 1 500 MPa steel 4 Door Models 1 Front Inner Upper Pillar Center Pillar Upper Stiffener Side Sill Stiffener Inside Sill Reinforcement 2 Door Models 1 Frontier upper enar 2 Font Roof Ral
14. rical 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 or painting GROUND MIR 7 MOUNTING HOLI 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 13 of 13
15. t 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 Wire tensile strength must be 2590 Mpa 286 ksi Wire tensile strength must be 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 basic body repair manual 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 e Welding speed is critical to achieve the correct weld B strength and minimize the heat affected zone HAZ j e Follow the recommendations described in the basic body repair manual Repair Guidelines for ie High Strength Steel Parts and MAG Welding BEAD Conditions for High Strength Steel Except 1 500 MPa Parts MAG Butt Welding 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 8 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
16. tems to operate abnormally e Only a genuine Honda replacement windshield should be installed Installing an aftermarket replacement windshield may also cause abnormal operation 2015 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 12 N O a ok oO 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 electronic service manual 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 _ GROUND e If wiring is damaged and a repair pigtail or connector em 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 elect
17. th 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 Do not heat during straightening 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 oo area of descr cig area of sectioned provided all of the following conditions are met 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 e Replace body structural components such as stiffeners reinforcements and other multi layered Welding Method steel parts as assemblies that m
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