Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P1164 Stored
00-046August 26, 2003
Applies To:
*1998-02 Accord L4 ULEV - ALL
2000-02 Accord L4 SULEV - ALL*
MIL Comes On With DTC P1164
(Supersedes 00-046, dated March 5, 2002)
Updated information is shown by asterisks and black bars.
SYMPTOM
The MIL comes on with DTC P1164 (air/fuel ratio sensor performance problem).
PROBABLE CAUSE
Specific driving conditions may cause the ECM/PCM to incorrectly interpret sensor inputs, setting DTC P1164.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
*Do the DIAGNOSIS to determine the part number of the ECM/PCM. Then do REPAIR PROCEDURE A or REPAIR PROCEDURE B as indicated. As applicable, replace the air/fuel ratio sensor (sensor 1) and replace the ECM/PCM.*
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 37520-PAA-L74
H/C 6215553
Defect Code: 072
Contention Code: C99
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 decision, before starting work.
*DIAGNOSIS
Before beginning repair work, note the year, model, transmission type, and emissions group of the vehicle you are working on. To find the emissions type, compare the under-hood emissions control label to the text.
1998-1999 ULEV
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA AND STATE OF CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 1998(1999) NEW ULEV PASSENGER CARS PROVIDED THAT THIS VEHICLE IS ONLY INTRODUCED INTO COMMERCE FOR SALE IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
If you are working on 1998-99 A/T model, inspect the part number on the PCM in the vehicle.
Is the part number 37820-PAA-305?
YES - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
2000-2002 ULEV
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA NLEV REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 2000(2001)(2002) MODEL YEAR NEW ULEV PASSENGER CARS, AND CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 2000(2001)(2002) MODEL YEAR NEW ULEV PASSENGER CARS
If you are working on a 2000-02 ULEV model, inspect the part number on the ECM/PCM in the vehicle.
On 2000 A/T models, is the part number 37820-PAA-306 or 37820-PAA-316?
YES - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
On 2000 M/T models, is the part number 37820-PAA-307 or 37820-PAA-317?
YES - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
On 2001-02 A/T models, is the part number 37820-PAA -L77?
YES - This service bulletin does not apply; continue troubleshooting.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
On 2001-02 M/T models, is the part number 37820-PAA-L23?
YES - This service bulletin does not apply; continue troubleshooting.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
2000 SULEV
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 2000 MODEL YEAR NEW SULEV PASSENGER CARS, THIS VEHICLE MAY ONLY BE INTRODUCED INTO COMMERCE FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA
If you are working on a 2000 A/T model, inspect the part number on the PCM in the vehicle.
Is the part number 37820-PAA-319?
YES - This service bulletin does not apply; continue troubleshooting.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
2001-2002 SULEV
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 2000 MODEL YEAR NEW SULEV PASSENGER CARS, THIS VEHICLE MAY ONLY BE INTRODUCED INTO COMMERCE FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA
If you are working on a 2001-02 A/T model, inspect the part number on the PCM in the vehicle.
Is the part number 37820-PAA-L97?
YES - This service bulletin does not apply; continue troubleshooting.
NO - Go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
Replace the air/fuel ratio sensor (sensor 1).
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
1. 1998-2000 ULEV models only - Replace the air/fuel ratio sensor (sensor 1).
2. Replace the ECM/PCM. Refer to service bulletin 00-049, Immobilizer System (Type 2).
^ For 1998-99 models, you need all of the working ignition keys.
^ For 2000-02 models, download the immobilizer transponder codes to the HDS before replacing the ECM/PCM.*
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