P1406 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Position Sensor - Circuit Problem
What does P1406 mean on a Honda?
P1406 — Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Position Sensor - Circuit Problem. This Honda-enhanced code applies to Civic, Accord, CR-V, Odyssey.
Common causes of P1406
- Failed EGR valve lift/position sensor
- Open or short in the position sensor signal wire
- Poor ground at the EGR valve connector
- Carbon-jammed valve giving false position feedback
- Faulty ECM sensor reference circuit
How to fix P1406
- Compare commanded versus actual EGR lift in HDS datalist
- Unplug and inspect the EGR connector pins for corrosion or spread terminals
- Test sensor reference voltage, ground, and signal with a multimeter
- Clean carbon from the valve so it can reach its commanded position
- Replace the EGR valve assembly if the sensor reads out of range, then verify