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2006 Honda S2000 L4-2.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0600 Stored
07-046
October 11, 2011
Applies To:
2006 S2000 - ALL
2007 S2000 - From VIN JHMAP2...78000001 thru JHMAP2...78003235
MIL Comes On With DTC P0600
(Supersedes 07-046, dated July 21, 2011, to revise the information marked by asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed.*
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on with DTC P0600 (serial communication link malfunction).
PROBABLE CAUSE
When the ignition switch is on for about 4 or more hours (engine running or not), the ECM can misinterpret the serial communication signal and set DTC P0600.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 125517
*Flat Rate Time: 0.3*
Failed Part: P/N 37820-PZX-A12
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 03203
Skill Level: Repair Techincian

SOFTWARE INFORMATION
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS and software version 2.009.007 or later. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.

Disclaimer
October 11, 2011
Applies To:
2006 S2000 - ALL
2007 S2000 - From VIN JHMAP2...78000001 thru JHMAP2...78003235
MIL Comes On With DTC P0600
(Supersedes 07-046, dated July 21, 2011, to revise the information marked by asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed.*
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on with DTC P0600 (serial communication link malfunction).
PROBABLE CAUSE
When the ignition switch is on for about 4 or more hours (engine running or not), the ECM can misinterpret the serial communication signal and set DTC P0600.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 125517
*Flat Rate Time: 0.3*
Failed Part: P/N 37820-PZX-A12
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 03203
Skill Level: Repair Techincian
SOFTWARE INFORMATION
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS and software version 2.009.007 or later. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
Disclaimer
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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