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Got this error code during an Emissions test. It is intermittent. Some sites say it is most likely a stretched timing chain. Any insight. The garage reset and got it to pass, but believes this will be a recurring problem, but didn’t seem to think I needed to worry until something failed. How can I be certain what needs to be done. It was on and the dealer replaced the altinator, but that didn’t help and I didn’t go back. Guess I should have but they want to replace the brakes next.
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I searsh on Google and I saw many people having the same problem and replace the oil, cramshaft, oil sensor and did nothing. On this forum It’s show what It’s the possible issue cosing that code : Forum answer You can buy the service manual of your car here : Manual for your car, I found this video for the timing chanin inspection. It’s not going to be fast.[video]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeEb5KvyURI[/video]
the code you have p0341 is for a camshaft position sensor.
there is a tsb out for your car that does say a stretched
timing chain can set this code.how many miles on the car?http://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/thebesthonda/2010-08-25_181210_1.png
http://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/thebesthonda/2010-08-25_181445_dtc_341.pdf
I always changed the oil on a regular basis, but it did run low before I realized that these cars used so much. You need to check the oil very often. Is there a link to how to check the chain? I really like the car and hate to replace it, but SWMBO wouldn’t permit a car that isn’t dependable.
Pull the valve cover off to check your cam timing, its most likely off.
Those chains are pretty easy to replace. The hardest/most pain in the ass part is cleaning the liquid sealant off the block and timing chain cover. At the dealer we replace the primary chain, tensioner, guides and the front main oil seal.
If you do the repair I would reccomend replaceing the water pump, as its right there and a good idea to replace with your mileage.
For sealant use HondaBond or Ultra Flange II sealant.
Use sealant all the time whit any gasket engine. The manufacturer do this to avoid any oil and antifreeze oil drip.
Personally I got a emission control on my car last summer It’s was the rear and front O2 sensor I change for 200 us$ both. I diagnose this because I use more gas and the check engine light up after 1 hour on the road. Then I has a vaccum leak. My gas line had a dried rubber hose to replace. Try to use a OBD II computer reader to see yourself what It’s the code first. Because I don’t trust all mechanics.
First, timing chains wear out, they don’t ‘stretch’. This is a common misconception. The K series engine does have an issue with this if the oil is run low for long enough. With a K series it’s very important that you keep the oil topped off to prevent the timing chain from wearing out.
To check the chain you’ll need to remove the valve cover and physically check the deflection. If it’s excessive you’ll have to replace it along with the guides.
I don’t recommend the use of sealants as suggested. Let the gasket do the work. Using sealant on a gasket can actually cause a leak not to mention make it difficult to service in the future. I consider that practice unprofessional.
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