P0011moderate severityPowertrain
Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
on 2012 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 · 4WD
What this code means
The intake camshaft timing for Bank 1 is more advanced than the PCM commanded. This is often caused by a stuck VVT solenoid or sludge in the oil passages.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough idle
- Poor fuel economy
- Engine stalling
- Rattling noise
Common causes
- Dirty engine oil/sludge
- Stuck VVT solenoid
- Camshaft phaser worn
- Oil passage blockage
- Timing chain stretched
Diagnostic steps
- Check oil level and condition
- Perform oil pressure test
- Inspect VVT solenoid screen for debris
- Monitor camshaft position with scan tool
- Check timing chain condition
Repair notes
Perform oil change if dirty. Replace VVT solenoid. If phaser is worn, replace camshaft phaser assembly.
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P0001
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
P0002
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
P0003
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
P0004
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open 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
P0016
Crankshaft Position/Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor A