Sawouch55

Hello everyone I have a 2006 Honda Accord with 230k. I've replaced the switch , the gasket and now have replaced the variable timing solenoid. I'm still getting the same code but I no longer have and oil leak. Need help state inspection is coming don't want the dreaded red sticker on my car. Any thoughts please

Sawouch55

Also I know that one of the pulley's is going bad how can I test them to find out which one it is?

Dionili Securio

When i had this code, draining a little over half the engine oil and replacing with kerosene and idling for 20 mins and flushing with 12 quarts of fresh oil fixed it

09chaplak

Not sure if post above me is serious or not........have you tried clearing the code and seeing if it comes back?

Dionili Securio

I'm legitimately telling you my experience with that code and how i cleared it. i also changed the lower 02 sensor

kerosene engine flush

Edit: Yes i realize that flushing the oil system has nothing to do with this code or replacing the o2 sensor, but for some reason this code was cleared as well as a code for the vtc solenoid after doing this.

Dionili Securio

Some information i found relating to this code:

• The exhaust gas temperature sensor is typically a 2-wire sensor located in the exhaust down pipe
• The exhaust gas temperature sensor is used in diesel engines, gasoline burning engines, and even turbocharged engines
• In diesel engines, the sensor will likely be located near the diesel particulate filter section of the exhaust system
• Turbocharged applications may place the exhaust gas temperature sensor in the exhaust input pipe, near the turbocharger
• The exhaust gas temperature sensor is of the temperature reactive resistor variety
• The sensor is supplied with a low voltage (usually 5-volts) power wire and a ground wire
• As exhaust gas temperature increases, the level of resistance in the sensor decreases, allowing the feedback voltage signal to the PCM to increase
• As exhaust temperature decreases (with the engine off), circuit resistance increases and the feedback voltage signal to the PCM decreases
• The PCM recognizes these voltage variations as exhaust gas temperature and it reacts accordingly, adjusting ignition timing or the air/fuel ratio in order to lower the exhaust gas temperature and protect the catalytic converter
• Several tools will be instrumental in successfully diagnosing this code
• A suitable OBD-II scanner (or code reader) and a digital volt/ohmmeter will be most helpful in performing a successful diagnosis
• An infrared thermometer with a laser pointer will also be helpful
• Begin with a visual inspection of all wiring and connectors
• Repair or replace damaged, disconnected, shorted, or corroded wiring, connectors, and components as necessary
• Always retest the system after repairs are completed to ensure success. If all system wiring, connectors, and components (Including fuses) appear to be in normal working order, connect the scanner (or code reader) to the diagnostic connector and record all stored codes and freeze frame data
• This information can be extremely helpful in diagnosing intermittent conditions that may have contributed to this code being stored
• Continue by clearing the code and operating the vehicle to see if it returns
• This will help to determine whether or not the malfunction is intermittent
• After the codes are cleared, test drive the vehicle to see if the code returns
• If the code fails to immediately return, you may have an intermittent condition
• Intermittent conditions can prove to be quite a challenge to diagnose and in extreme cases may have to be allowed to worsen before a correct diagnosis can be made
• If the engine is overheating (or has overheated), repair this condition prior to diagnosing this code
• Once the necessary engine cooling system repairs are completed, clear the codes and test drive the vehicle to test for an exhaust over temperature condition. Continue your diagnosis with a visual inspection of the exhaust gas temperature sensor and system circuitry
• Pay close attention to areas where wiring and connectors are located near hot exhaust components
• If all of the exhaust gas temperature sensor circuitry appears to be in proper working order, then proceed with the diagnostic procedure
• If certain items appear to be damaged, burned, or corroded, repair or replace them as required, then reset the code and retest the system. If no burned, damaged, or shorted wiring or loose connectors are detected, disconnect the exhaust gas temperature sensor connector and remove the exhaust gas temperature sensor
• Using the digital volt/ohmmeter, check the resistance of the exhaust gas temp sensor
• Typical resistance for this sensor should be approximately 150 ohms but double check manufacturer's specifications prior to testing
• Normally, if there is less than 50 ohms of resistance, then you would replace the sensor
• If the initial resistance is within specifications, leave the leads of the digital volt/ohmmeter connected and heat the resistor with a heat gun
• Carefully observe the resistance level of the sensor (on the screen of the digital volt/ohmmeter) as the temperature is elevated to see if it decreases smoothly
• If the resistance level does not decrease with heat and increase as it cools, replace the sensor. If everything has checked out thus far, turn the key to the "ON" position and test for the presence of a voltage (and a ground signal) at the exhaust gas temperature sensor electrical connector
• If there is no low voltage (usually 5-volts) on the signal wire, disconnect the PCM connector and perform a continuity test on the wire using the digital volt/ohmmeter
• If there is continuity, the PCM may be faulty (PCM failure is rare and, if replaced, it will need to be reprogrammed)
• If no ground is present locate the source and check for continuity using the digital volt/ohmmeter
• Repair or replace open or shorted wiring and connectors as required. Installing high performance exhaust systems (with no catalytic converters) can also cause this code to be set due to the lack of exhaust system back pressure
• This condition can be rectified by installing an in line resistor (2.5 ohms) between the signal and ground wires and leaving the exhaust gas temperature sensor disconnected
• The PCM will read the sensor resistance and pass it
• Check local, state, and federal laws before removing emission related components.

09chaplak

lulz, some information.

Dionili Securio

Allright, so "some" may not have been the best descriptor

09chaplak

more is better than less!