Acura P1618: Serial Peripheral Interface Communication

Is your scanner showing Acura P1618?
No worries. We'll show you what it means and how to deal with it.

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Randy Worner

Acura P1618: Serial Peripheral Interface Communication

OVERVIEW
Severity
:
High
DIY Difficulty Level
:
Advanced
Repair Cost
:
$1300-$1700
Can I Still Drive?
:
No

What Does The Acura P1618 Code Mean?

Key on for 2 seconds, system voltage over 9v, and the PCM detected an internal program fault (the check sum of the data communications error) for 3 out of 6 seconds with no TCM resets during the test period of 2 seconds.

Note: For additional help with th

What Are The Potential Causes Of The Acura P1618 Code?

  • Check the PCM calibration to verify it is the latest calibration
  • Recalibrate the PCM as required
  • PCM may need to be replaced and reprogrammed

Recommended Parts

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Reference Sources

Acura P1618, DTCDECODE.

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