P1297moderate severityPowertrain
Electrical Load Detector Circuit Low
on 2006 Acura RL 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
- Test ELD voltage
- Inspect connections
- Check ELD unit
- Test alternator output
Repair notes
Replace ELD unit in fuse box.
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