P1382 on Acura
Variable Cam Timing Solenoid #1 / 'A' Circuit Malfunction
P1382 on Acura vehicles indicates variable cam timing solenoid #1 / 'a' circuit malfunction. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Acura model — most commonly on Integra. This is a manufacturer-specific code (commonly Ford and PSA/European applications) indicating an electrical fault in the circuit for variable cam timing solenoid #1, the valve that directs oil pressure to advance or retard camshaft timing. The computer detected that the solenoid circuit is not responding correctly, typically an open, short, or out-of-range signal. Because cam timing affects how the valves open, you may notice rough idle, reduced power, or a check engine light. It is generally an electrical or contamination issue rather than catastrophic engine damage. Typical repair costs on Acura range from $250 to $600, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P1382
- •Faulty VCT/VVT solenoid #1
- •Open or shorted wiring in the solenoid circuit
- •Corroded or loose solenoid connector
- •Dirty oil causing the solenoid to stick
- •Low oil pressure or level
- •Faulty PCM driver circuit (less common)
P1382 on Acura by Model
Acura Integra(1 issue)
- Internal distributor failure causing stalling, no-start, and misfires1994-1999
The TEC/Hitachi internal-coil distributor on third-generation Integras is a chronic failure point. Heat from the internal ignition coil degrades the coil, igniter (ICM), and bearings, causing intermittent stalling at operating temperature, hot-restart problems, and dead no-starts. The 1996 Acura Integra has the most overall complaints, with the most-reported problem being distributor failure. This issue can cause difficulty starting the car, stalling, and misfiring. The car has been in the shop because the driver was driving and it just shut off with no warning or light. Come to find out it was the distributor so they changed it.
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What does P1382 mean on Acura?▼
P1382 stands for "Variable Cam Timing Solenoid #1 / 'A' Circuit Malfunction." This is a manufacturer-specific code (commonly Ford and PSA/European applications) indicating an electrical fault in the circuit for variable cam timing solenoid #1, the valve that directs oil pressure to advance or retard camshaft timing. The computer detected that the solenoid circuit is not responding correctly, typically an open, short, or out-of-range signal. Because cam timing affects how the valves open, you may notice rough idle, reduced power, or a check engine light. It is generally an electrical or contamination issue rather than catastrophic engine damage. On Acura specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P1382 on Acura vehicles?▼
Common causes on Acura: Faulty VCT/VVT solenoid #1, Open or shorted wiring in the solenoid circuit, Corroded or loose solenoid connector, Dirty oil causing the solenoid to stick, Low oil pressure or level. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P1382 on a Acura?▼
Repair costs on Acura range from $250 to $600, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Acura models have P1382 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P1382 on 1 Acura model: Integra.