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2009 ACURA MDX

3.7L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
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P1655moderate severityPowertrain

TMA/TMB Signal Line Fault

on 2009 Acura MDX 3.7L V6 · AWD

What this code means

Fault in communication line between ECM and transmission module.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Shifting problems
  • Delayed/harsh shifts
  • Stuck in one gear

Common causes

  • Damaged communication wiring
  • Corroded connectors
  • Faulty TCM
  • Faulty ECM

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test communication line
  2. Inspect connectors
  3. Check TCM
  4. Check ECM

Repair notes

Repair wiring or replace module.

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