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2002 ACURA TL

3.2L V6•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
7 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1129moderate severityPowertrain

MAP Sensor Value Higher Than Expected

on 2002 Acura TL 3.2L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The MAP sensor reading is higher than expected for current conditions.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Rich condition
  • Poor economy
  • Black exhaust
  • Rough idle

Common causes

  • Faulty MAP sensor
  • Restricted air filter
  • Exhaust restriction
  • Boost leak

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test MAP sensor
  2. Check air filter
  3. Inspect exhaust
  4. Compare readings

Repair notes

Replace MAP sensor or fix restriction.

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