Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P1659 Stored
09-091July 15, 2011
Applies To:
2008-09 Accord V6 - ALL
2008-09 Accord V6: MIL Comes On with DTC P1659
(Supersedes 09-091, dated November 26, 2009, to revise the information marked by asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed because the MVCI updates control modules more efficiently.*
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on with DTC P1659 (ETCS control relay OFF malfunction).
PROBABLE CAUSE
The PGM-FI software misinterprets sensor inputs as a problem with the ETGS control relay if the vehicle is jump-started, causing DTC P1659 to be set.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 125517
*Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour*
Failed Part: P/N 37820-R72-A09
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 03203
Skill Level: Repair Technician
SOFTWARE INFORMATION
HDS Software Version
2.020.015 or later
Control Module (CM) Update:
Database Update 22-OCT-2009 or later
NOTE:
To avoid an incorrect repair that would not be covered under warranty, use the software version listed above or a later version.
The updated PGM-FI software program IDs and P/Ns are shown. If the HDS is loaded with the latest software, and it displays No Update Needed during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
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