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2002 TOYOTA RAV4

2.4L I4AWDCVTgas
Repairs0Labor593Torque4691Fluid9DTC718Battery1Maintenance0Recalls0
P0021moderate severityPowertrain

Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 2

on 2002 Toyota RAV4 2.4L I4 · AWD

What this code means

The intake camshaft timing for Bank 2 is more advanced than commanded.

Symptoms

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

Common causes

  • Dirty oil/sludge
  • Stuck VVT solenoid
  • Worn phaser
  • Oil passage blockage

Diagnostic steps

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

Repair notes

Service VVT system Bank 2.

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