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2001 ACURA CL

3.2L V6•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1381moderate severityPowertrain

Cylinder Position Sensor A Intermittent

on 2001 Acura CL 3.2L V6 · FWD

What this code means

Intermittent signal from CYP sensor A for sequential fuel injection timing.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Intermittent misfires
  • Rough idle
  • Random stumbling

Common causes

  • Failing CYP sensor
  • Loose connector
  • Damaged distributor
  • Wiring fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor signal
  2. Inspect connector
  3. Check distributor
  4. Wiggle test

Repair notes

Replace CYP sensor or distributor.

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