P0014moderate severityPowertrain
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
on 1999 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 · FWD
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
- Check oil condition
- Test VVT solenoid
- Monitor cam position
- Check timing components
Repair notes
Service VVT system. Replace solenoid or phaser as needed.
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P0002
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P0003
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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
P0015
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P0016
Crankshaft Position/Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor A