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P1242 Honda - Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2 Malfunction

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for Honda. All interpretations of P1242

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1242 means

P1242
Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2 Malfunction Honda · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

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How to read P1242

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

242

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1242

What does P1242 mean?

Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2 Malfunction. The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Is P1242 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1242 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Honda. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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