Archives: DTC Codes

What Does Code P0010 Mean? DTC P0010 indicates a malfunction within the electrical circuit of the Camshaft Position Actuator (often referred to as an Oil Control Valve or VVT Solenoid) for Bank 1. Bank 1 refers to the engine bank that contains cylinder number one. This code specifically points to an electrical fault within the […]

What Does Code P0011 Mean? DTC P0011 indicates that the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), often referred to as the Engine Control Module (ECM), has detected an issue with the camshaft timing on Bank 1, specifically that the timing is more advanced than the desired or commanded position. Bank 1 refers to the side of the […]

What Does Code P0012 Mean? DTC P0012 stands for “Camshaft Position – Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 1).” This code indicates that the Engine Control Module (ECM), also known as the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), has detected that the actual camshaft timing for Bank 1 is consistently more retarded than the desired camshaft timing commanded by the […]

What Does Code P0013 Mean? DTC P0013 signifies an electrical circuit malfunction within the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) or Variable Cam Timing (VCT) system for the exhaust camshaft, identified as “B” camshaft on Bank 1. The Engine Control Module (ECM), often referred to as the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), sets this code when it detects […]

What Does Code P0014 Mean? DTC P0014 signifies an issue with the “B” camshaft position on Engine Bank 1, specifically indicating that the timing is either over-advanced or that the system performance is outside of its expected operating parameters. The “B” camshaft typically refers to the exhaust camshaft on engines equipped with dual overhead cams […]

What Does Code P0015 Mean? DTC P0015 signifies a detected malfunction in the variable valve timing (VVT) system specifically affecting the exhaust (B) camshaft on Bank 1 of the engine, indicating that its timing is “Over-Retarded.” Modern engines utilize VVT systems to optimize valve overlap and lift across various engine speeds and loads, enhancing performance, […]

What Does Code P0016 Mean? DTC P0016 signifies a detected discrepancy in the rotational correlation between the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor and the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor for Bank 1 Sensor A. Bank 1 refers to the side of the engine containing cylinder #1, and Sensor A typically denotes the intake camshaft position sensor for […]

What Does Code P0017 Mean? The diagnostic trouble code P0017 indicates a discrepancy between the signals received by the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM) from the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor and the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor on Bank 1, exhaust side (Sensor B). Specifically, it means the ECM/PCM has detected that […]

What Does Code P0018 Mean? DTC P0018 signifies a discrepancy in the correlation between the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor and the camshaft position (CMP) sensor for Bank 2, Sensor A. The Engine Control Module (ECM), also commonly referred to as the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), continuously monitors the rotational speed and position of both the […]

What Does Code P0019 Mean? The OBD-II diagnostic trouble code P0019 signifies a “Crankshaft Position – Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 2 Sensor B)” issue. This code indicates that the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a discrepancy in the rotational correlation between the crankshaft and the exhaust camshaft on Bank […]