Service Bulletin 09-008

Applies To: 2007–08 Fit – ALL October 6, 2009

2009 Fit – From VIN JHMGE8...9S000001 thru JHMGE8...9S053459

High Mount Brake Light Seal Comes Loose

(Supersedes 09-008, dated February 14, 2009, to revise the information marked by the black bars)

REVISION SUMMARY REPAIR PROCEDURE

• In Applies To, 2007–08 Fit models were added. 1. Remove the high mount brake light:
• Under PARTS INFORMATION, a Stop Rubber Kit • Refer to the appropriate service manual, or
for 2007–08 models was added. • Online, enter keywords HIGH MOUNT, and
select High Mount Brake Light Replacement
PROBLEM from the list.
The high mount brake light seal is loose, hanging 2. Remove all of the rubber seal and the adhesive
down, or missing. from the brake light.
3. Attach double-sided tape from the kit to the areas
shown below.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
NOTE:
Install a new seal with double-sided tape.
• Apply the tape from the outside of the edge, then
fold it inward.
PARTS INFORMATION • The 2009 model is shown; 2007–08 models are
Stop Rubber Kit: similar.
2007–08 - P/N 06340-SAA-003, H/C 9387853
2009 - P/N 06340-TF0-J01, H/C 9195538

NOTE: The kit includes enough double-sided tape to

do two repairs, but includes only one seal.

DOUBLE-SIDED
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION TAPE
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 7140A4
Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hour
Failed Part: P/N 34270-TF0-J11
H/C 9096280
Defect Code: 06201
Symptom Code: 03218
Template ID: 09-008A
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty
expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by
the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a DOUBLE-SIDED
decision, before starting work. TAPE
DOUBLE-SIDED
TAPE

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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.
4. Install the new rubber seal. Press it tightly against
the tape to ensure good adhesion.

RUBBER SEAL

5. Reinstall the high mount brake light.

6. Make sure the brake light works properly.

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