B1361 Diagnostic Trouble Code

B1361 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic B-Body Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a B1361 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Hesitation upon acceleration
Excessive exhaust leak
Rich or lean exhaust
Lack of power

Possible Causes :

Some aftermarket accessories and performance modifications
A faulty oxygen sensor. This will set a code in itself, however, a faulty oxygen sensor does not automatically condemn the sensor. The code just means that the sensor signal was not within specifications. An air leak or any of the above will cause an erroneous signal. There is a multitude of O2 codes relating to O2 performance which gives a clue to the problematic area.
Faulty IMRC actuator relay (if equipped)

Repair Processes :

Look for missing ground strap or a rusty ground where the fuel tank is grounded to the frame. Check for damage to the wiring harness connector. Pack the connector cavity with dielectric silicone compound (same stuff they use for light bulb sockets and spark plug wires) and reassemble.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code B1361 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before B1361.

Fortunately, B1361 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

B1361 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

B1361 Acura Nsx ABS Inlet Valve Coil LF Circuit Open
B1361 Sunbeam-talbot Mk Iii Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor Circuit Failure
B1361 Subaru Svx Longitudinal Acceleration Threshold Exceeded
B1361 Fiat 1500
B1361 Toyota Sport Passenger Airbag Disable Module Sensor Obstructed
B1361 Bmw M2 Clutch Pedal Switch A Circuit
B1361 Suzuki Celerio Memory Off Switch Circuit Short to Battery