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2003 Honda CR-V Fault Codes P1298 and P1166: Possible Wire Chewing Cause?

Model: CR-V Fault Code: P1166 Posted: 2007-10-31 10:57

My 2003 Honda CR-V has recently triggered two diagnostic trouble codes: P1298 and P1167. While the vehicle has no noticeable performance issues, both codes appeared simultaneously. According to technical references, P1298 is often linked to a short circuit in the wiring harness. I previously had a mouse in the car for an extended period, which raises concern about potential chewed wires. Could these two fault codes be related to damage caused by rodent activity?

Related fault codes

P1166P1298

Comments (3)

Anonymous 2007-10-31 12:27

Yes, it's plausible — rodent damage can cause short circuits in the wiring harness and potentially trigger both P1298 and P1166.

Anonymous 2007-10-31 12:35

Is that a likely scenario for these specific codes? If so, what areas should I inspect first?

Anonymous 2007-10-31 17:03

Check the wiring harness under the hood — especially near sensor connections. Verify continuity between the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and relevant sensors using a multimeter to confirm any short or open circuits.