Engine Control Unit (ECU) Assembly

The ECU Assembly Department builds Honda and Acura units. A bare PCB (printed circuit board) moves through auto insertion, which consists of three different types of machines automatically inserting electronic components into the PCB quicker and more efficiently than other methods. After auto insertion the boards are put on an assembly line where associates install components that are not conducive to be inserted automatically. The PCB's are soldered and tested to confirm the units function. The boards are assembled into frames then tested further for durability. The units are tested at least 16 times during assembly including a thermal shock test. It is used to verify that the components will not break down under extremes in temperature. After thermal shock the units are coated with a resin to prevent contamination. Covers are put onto the frames and the unit is tested a final time before being boxed and shipped to Honda.

Electronically Actuated Components