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1998 Honda Accord EX 2.3L MIL Lamp on
Posted to Asian Driveability on 4/2/2003 7 Replies

Hi. This car sets a P1259 - VTEC SYSTEM FAILURE code after driving on the freeway for several miles. The DTC is always set between 2,000-3,000 rpm. The system appears to be OK electrically. The VTEC solenoid valve and pressure switch both appear to work normal...

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Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Honda Accord EX

VIN 1HGCG6676W
Engine2.3 L / 4 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsMIL Lamp On
OccursIntermittently

Trouble Codes

P1259VTEC System Malfunction (Bank 1)
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Honda Accord EX

VIN 1HGCG6676W
Engine2.3 L / 4 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsMIL Lamp On
OccursIntermittently

Trouble Codes

P1259VTEC System Malfunction (Bank 1)