Engine - Rattle/MIL ON/DTC P1361 or P1362 Set

01-083

October 2, 2001





Applies To:

MIL Is On With DTC P1361 or P1362
(Supersedes 01-083, dated September 4, 2001)

Updated information is shown by a black bar.

SYMPTOM

MIL is on, and DTC P1361 (TDC sensor intermittent interruption) or P1362 (TDC sensor no signal) is set, or the engine makes a rattling noise.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Excessive end play in the camshaft.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the cylinder head assembly.





PARTS INFORMATION





REQUIRED MATERIALS

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 110108

Flat Rate Time: 4.8 hours

Failed Part: P/N 10003-PMR-A00
H/C 6449599

Defect Code: 005

Contention Code: D99

Template ID: 01-083A

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

DIAGNOSIS

Remove the valve cover. Check the camshaft for excessive end play. The maximum allowable amount of end play is 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) (see page 6-40 of the 2001-02 Civic Service Manual).

^ If the end play is more than 0.5 mm (0.02 inch), go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.

^ If the end play is less than 0.5 mm (0.02 inch), proceed with normal troubleshooting.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the cylinder head (see page 6-30 of the 2001-02 Civic Service Manual), and discard it.

2. Inspect the TDC sensor and the timing belt covers for damage (see page 6-57 of the service manual). Replace any damaged parts.

3. Install the new cylinder head (see page 6-50 of the service manual).

4. Check the engine oil level; add oil if necessary.

5. Do the Idle Learn Procedure:

^ Make sure all electrical items (A/C, audio unit, defogger, lights, etc.) are turned off, then start the engine.

^ Let the engine reach its normal operating temperature (the cooling fan cycle twice).

^ Let the engine idle (throttle fully closed and with all electrical items off) for 10 minutes.

6. If you are working on a 2001 Civic 2-door EX, do the Cruise Control Learn Procedure.

^ Drive the vehicle, and set the cruise control above 40 miles per hour.

^ Continue driving the vehicle for 5 to 10 minutes.

NOTE:
You can use a smog/chassis dynamometer to do this step instead of driving the vehicle. Do not do this step with the vehicle on a lift.





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