P1656moderate severityPowertrain
OCV Circuit Malfunction
on 1997 Toyota 4Runner 3.0L V6 · 4WD
What this code means
The ECM detected a fault in the Oil Control Valve circuit for the VVT system.
Symptoms
- CEL
- Rough idle
- Poor performance
- Reduced power
- Engine noise
Common causes
- Faulty OCV
- Damaged wiring
- Low oil pressure
- Dirty oil
Diagnostic steps
- Test OCV resistance
- Check oil level/condition
- Inspect wiring
- Command OCV with scan tool
Repair notes
Replace OCV. Change oil if dirty.
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P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
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P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0011
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0012
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0013
Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
P0014
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
P0015
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1