Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0128 Is Stored In Memory
03-002October, 22 2011
Applies To:
2001-02 civic DX, LX, and EX - ALL
2001-02 Civic: MIL Comes On With DTC P0128
(Supersedes 03-002, dated July 23, 2011, to update the information marked by asterisks)
REVISION SUMMARY
*Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, a flat rate time was changed.*
SYMPTOM
The MIL is on, and DTC P0128 (Thermostat Range/Performance Problem) is set.
NOTE:
If your PGM Tester is not loaded with current software, it may indicate DTC P1486. This DTC is the same as P0128.
PROBABLE CAUSE
In the ECM/PCM software, the parameters for monitoring DTC P0128 and P1486 are too narrow, causing a code to set.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
*Update the ECM/PCM software (with January 2003 or later software).*
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 125517
*Flat Rate Time: 0.3 hrs*
Failed Part Code: P/N 37820-PLR-L54
Defect Code: 091
Contention Code: B02
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
*1. Update the ECM/PCM software. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.*
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