Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P1009 Is Set
08-089July 15, 2011
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
MIL Comes On With DTC P1009
(Supersedes 08-089, dated November 21, 2008, 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 P1009 (variable valve timing control [VTC] advance malfunction).
PROBABLE CAUSE
The PCM misinterprets inputs as a fault in the VTC system.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS.
SOFTWARE INFORMATION
The updated PGM-FI software program IDs and P/Ns are shown above. If this, or a later program ID, is the Current Program ID displayed during the update, the software for this service bulletin is already installed.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number: 125517
*Flat Rate Time: 0.2 hour*
Failed Part: P/N 37820-PPA-415
Defect Code: 03214
Symptom Code: 03203
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.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Update the PGM-FI software with the HDS. Refer to Service Bulletin 01-023, Updating Control Units/Modules.
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