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2014 ACURA TSX

2.4L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1279moderate severityPowertrain

VTEC System Malfunction Bank 2

on 2014 Acura TSX 2.4L I4 · FWD

What this code means

VTEC system on Bank 2 not operating correctly on V6 engines.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Reduced high-RPM power
  • Flat above VTEC point
  • Poor acceleration

Common causes

  • Low oil
  • Dirty oil
  • Faulty VTEC solenoid Bank 2
  • Clogged screens

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check oil level
  2. Test solenoid Bank 2
  3. Clean screens
  4. Monitor pressure

Repair notes

Change oil. Replace VTEC solenoid Bank 2.

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