sputtering engine - Honda Element
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Re: sputtering engine - Honda Element
First, check the oil level. Low oil is the most common cause of this problem. If the oil level is okay, the problem may be a faulty VTEC oil pressure switch or faulty VTEC spool valve (which includes the oil pressure switch).
You will need to have the computer checked with an OBD-II scan tool. If DTC P2646 or P2647 is set, replace the VTEC oil pressure switch. If DTC P1259 is set and the oil level was okay, replace the entire VTEC spool valve. If DTC P1259 is set and the oil level was low, top off the oil and reset the computer, then drive the car to see if the problem reoccurs.
If by chance you get a DTC P1009, then you've got a more major problem related to the VTC actuator and/or timing chain.
You will need to have the computer checked with an OBD-II scan tool. If DTC P2646 or P2647 is set, replace the VTEC oil pressure switch. If DTC P1259 is set and the oil level was okay, replace the entire VTEC spool valve. If DTC P1259 is set and the oil level was low, top off the oil and reset the computer, then drive the car to see if the problem reoccurs.
If by chance you get a DTC P1009, then you've got a more major problem related to the VTC actuator and/or timing chain.
But i have a few questions if someone could help before i get started?- If the timing chain was stretched, wouldn't that make my car sputter AT ANY RPM? (if not, why not?) Or ...
- If the VTC Actuator is the problem, is there a typical failure and / or repair that is advised? And lastly ...
- Is there any way to know whether the problem is one (stretched chain) or the other (VTC Actuator) so i don't have to buy parts / do work that isn't necessary?
In advance, thank you very much! julie.
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Re: sputtering engine - Honda Element
I solved this problem ... adding 2/3 bottle of transmission fluid to the crank case. $3.83 plus tax (the dealer wanted to replace VTEC, VTC, timing chain, tensioner and guides, more than $1,500!).
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