Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
DTC P0341: Variable Valve Timing Control Phase Gap
2003 Acura 3.2CL BaseSECTION DTC P0341: Variable Valve Timing Control Phase Gap
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura RSX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Perform ECM/PCM reset procedure. See ECM/PCM RESET PROCEDURE/CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. Start engine. If DTCs P0341 is set, go to next step. If none of listed DTCs reset, problem is intermittent. System is functioning properly at this time. Check for poor connection(s) or loose wire(s) between Variable Valve Timing Control (VTC) oil control solenoid 2-pin harness connector and Gray ECM/PCM 24-pin "B" harness connector.
- Check VTC oil control solenoid valve. See SOLENOIDS under SOLENOIDS & RELAYS in SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article. If VTC oil control solenoid valve is okay, go to next step. If VTC oil control solenoid valve is faulty, clean or replace as necessary.
- Remove head cover and check cam chain. See appropriate article in ENGINES. If cam chain is okay, go to next step. If cam chain is faulty, replace it.
- Check VTEC actuator. See appropriate article in ENGINES. If VTEC actuator is faulty, replace it. If VTEC actuator is okay, update ECM/PCM or substitute with known-good ECM/PCM. If symptom or indication goes away, replace original ECM/PCM.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.