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1996 FORD BRONCO

5.0L V8 302 Windsor4WDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor595Torque4816Fluid9DTC683Battery1Maintenance0Recalls2
P0014moderate severityPowertrain

Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1

on 1996 Ford Bronco 5.0L V8 302 Windsor · 4WD

What this code means

The exhaust camshaft timing for Bank 1 is more advanced than the PCM commanded.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough idle
  • Engine stalling
  • Poor fuel economy

Common causes

  • Stuck VVT solenoid
  • Dirty oil
  • Camshaft phaser wear
  • Timing chain stretch

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check oil condition
  2. Test VVT solenoid
  3. Monitor cam position
  4. Check timing components

Repair notes

Service VVT system. Replace solenoid or phaser as needed.

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