What causes P1361 on a Honda?

Intermittent top dead center sensor wiring inside the distributor Oil leaking past the distributor seal onto the TDC sensor Heat-soaked TDC sensor dropping out at operating temperature Loose distributor shaft with excess play

How do I fix P1361 on a Honda?

Wiggle-test the distributor harness while monitoring TDC signal on an HDS scan tool Pull the distributor cap and check for oil contamination Measure sensor resistance hot and cold against Honda spec Replace the distributor housing or sensor only after wiring checks pass Clear codes and retest after a full warm-up cycle

P1361 TDC Sensor Intermittent Interruption

Q: What does P1361 mean on a Honda?

P1361 — TDC Sensor Intermittent Interruption. Applies to Civic, Accord, Odyssey, CR-V.

Category: Powertrain - Ignition
Severity: Check Engine Light
Applies to: Civic, Accord, Odyssey, CR-V

What does P1361 mean on a Honda?

P1361 — TDC Sensor Intermittent Interruption. This Honda-enhanced code applies to Civic, Accord, Odyssey, CR-V.

Common causes of P1361

Intermittent top dead center sensor wiring inside the distributor
Oil leaking past the distributor seal onto the TDC sensor
Heat-soaked TDC sensor dropping out at operating temperature
Loose distributor shaft with excess play

How to fix P1361

Wiggle-test the distributor harness while monitoring TDC signal on an HDS scan tool
Pull the distributor cap and check for oil contamination
Measure sensor resistance hot and cold against Honda spec
Replace the distributor housing or sensor only after wiring checks pass
Clear codes and retest after a full warm-up cycle