P1009 code and possible causes and fixes

Question

I have a 2005 CRV with 96K miles that came up with P1009 code and the dealer called to say that they first need to do SW on PCM update ($242) then do engine flush ($241) and then if the code persists replace P-sensor ($475).  I am not convinced esp. after reading other notes here.  Am I being taken for a ride?  Is there a better fix?

Answer 1

In 2011 this code condition was under a warranty, Now that it is over what you can do is ask for a goodwill warranty,from the service manager Here the warranty TSB ;

08-089

July 15, 2011

Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED

MIL Comes On With DTC P1009
(Supersedes 08-089, dated November 21, 2008, to revise the information marked by asterisks)

*REVISION SUMMARY

Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate time was changed because the MVCI updates control modules more efficiently.*

SYMPTOM

The MIL comes on with DTC P1009 (variable valve timing control [VTC] advance malfunction).

PROBABLE CAUSE

The PCM misinterprets inputs as a fault in the VTC system.