Acura P1486: Cooling System Malfunction
Is your scanner showing Acura P1486?
No worries. We'll show you what it means and how to deal with it.
Acura P1486: Cooling System Malfunction
OVERVIEWWhat Are The Potential Causes Of The Acura P1486 Code?
- ECT sensor is out of calibration
- Check for low coolant level or incorrect coolant mixture
- Cooling system component failure (thermostat stuck open)
- TSB 01-016 (9/10/01) contains a repair procedure for this code
Recommended Parts
Below are some recommended auto parts to help you address the trouble code affecting your vehicle and get it running smoothly again:
>>> Delphi TS10180 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
>>> MotoRad - 302-180 THERMOSTAT
>>> PEAK Antifreeze/Coolant Asian Blue 50/50 Premixed 1Gal
Note: During the purchasing process, please check carefully whether the part you want to buy fits your car!
Reference Sources
2001 Engine Performance Acura Self-Diagnostics, MDX, 3.2CL & 3.2TL, page 52.
