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2009 KIA OPTIMA

2.4L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0018critical severityPowertrain

Crankshaft Position/Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 2 Sensor A

on 2009 Kia Optima 2.4L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The crankshaft and Bank 2 intake camshaft position signals do not correlate properly.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough running
  • Loss of power
  • Unusual engine noise

Common causes

  • Timing chain stretched Bank 2
  • VVT solenoid Bank 2 failure
  • Sensor failure
  • Timing chain jumped

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check timing chain Bank 2
  2. Test VVT solenoid Bank 2
  3. Inspect cam/crank sensors
  4. Check oil condition

Repair notes

Repair timing system Bank 2.

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