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2015 ACURA MDX

3.5L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
7 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1297moderate severityPowertrain

Electrical Load Detector Circuit Low

on 2015 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 · AWD

What this code means

The ELD output voltage is below threshold. The ELD monitors electrical load for alternator control.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Poor efficiency
  • Battery light may illuminate
  • Incorrect alternator output

Common causes

  • Faulty ELD unit
  • Short in wiring
  • Loose connections
  • Faulty harness

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test ELD voltage
  2. Inspect connections
  3. Check ELD unit
  4. Test alternator output

Repair notes

Replace ELD unit in fuse box.

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