P1253
VTEC System Circuit Fault
2016-2021 Honda Civic 2.0L I4
Moderate SeverityPowertrain
Description
Electrical fault in the VTEC solenoid circuit.
Symptoms
- CEL
- Loss of VTEC at high RPM
- Reduced top-end power
- Flat feeling above 4000 RPM
Common Causes
- Faulty VTEC solenoid
- Open/short in wiring
- Low oil pressure
- Dirty oil clogging screens
Diagnostic Steps
- Test solenoid resistance
- Check oil level
- Inspect VTEC screen
- Test with scan tool
Repair Notes
Replace VTEC solenoid or change oil.
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P1253 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P1253 mean on a 2016-2021 Honda Civic?
P1253 stands for "VTEC System Circuit Fault". Electrical fault in the VTEC solenoid circuit.
What are the symptoms of P1253 on a Honda Civic?
Common symptoms of P1253 include: CEL, Loss of VTEC at high RPM, Reduced top-end power, Flat feeling above 4000 RPM.
What causes P1253 on a 2016-2021 Honda Civic?
Common causes of P1253 include: Faulty VTEC solenoid, Open/short in wiring, Low oil pressure, Dirty oil clogging screens.