Code
P0014
AUDI
P — Powertrain
Camshaft variable timing solenoid failure, Engine oil level is too low, The engine is not timed correctly, The engine oil does not meet the manufacturer's requirements, Variable valve timing actuator failure, Worn timing chain
Views:
UK: 23
EN: 105
RU: 51
AI status
Completed
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Causes
- Faulty/blocked camshaft variable timing (VVT/CVT) solenoid/valve
- Failed VVT actuator (stuck or mechanically seized)
- Low engine oil level or oil pressure
- Wrong oil viscosity or degraded/contaminated oil
- Stretched or worn timing chain, slipped sprocket, or failed tensioner
- Damaged or shorted wiring/poor connector at VVT solenoid or camshaft position sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine performance, hesitation or poor acceleration
- Rough idle or intermittent misfire
- Hard starting or poor cold start behavior
- Unusual noise from timing cover area (rattle/slap) if chain/tensioner worn
- Degraded fuel economy
What to check
- Read freeze frame and all stored codes; note any related cam/crank or oil pressure codes
- Check engine oil level and condition (contamination, viscosity, service interval)
- Inspect VVT solenoid connector and wiring for damage, corrosion or poor pins
- Using a scan tool, compare commanded cam advance vs actual (camshaft position sensor) in live data
- Attempt active test to operate VVT solenoid (if supported) and observe response
- Listen for unusual timing chain/tensioner noises with cold start and idle
Signal parameters
- Camshaft position sensor signal: stable square wave or voltage pulses; timing angle vs crank should follow commanded advance
- Commanded VVT solenoid control: PWM duty cycle or on/off command from ECM (varies with rpm/load)
- Measured VVT solenoid current/resistance: compare to factory spec (open/short indicates fault)
- Engine oil pressure: within normal range at idle and when cranking (low pressure can prevent VVT operation)
- Crankshaft position sensor correlation: crank vs cam correlation angle within allowed tolerance
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve codes and freeze-frame data; identify related codes (cam/crank/ oil pressure).
- Visually inspect engine oil level and condition. Top up with correct spec oil if low; replace if contaminated or overdue.
- Inspect wiring and connectors for the VVT solenoid(s) and cam/crank sensors; repair damaged wiring or poor connections.
- Using a scan tool, monitor actual camshaft angle vs commanded while varying RPM and load; note if actual does not follow command (over-advanced).
- Perform an active test to pulse the VVT solenoid while watching cam angle. If no response, test solenoid resistance and supply voltage/ground.
- If solenoid is clogged or inoperative, remove and inspect/clean or replace the solenoid and any inline screens. Replace if electrical/mechanical failure is confirmed.
- If solenoid and wiring good but cam timing still incorrect, inspect timing chain, guides, sprockets and tensioner for wear or jump; verify mechanical timing alignment markings with engine at TDC.
- If timing chain/actuator repair performed, reassemble, reset codes, and perform drive cycle to confirm fault cleared.
- If cam/crank correlation faults persist after mechanical repairs, test/replace camshaft or crankshaft position sensors and re-evaluate.
Likely causes
- Low engine oil level or incorrect/degraded oil causing VVT operation failure
- Clogged or failed VVT solenoid preventing proper oil flow
- Failed VVT actuator or stuck phaser
- Worn timing chain or tensioner allowing cam timing to advance
- Open/short/poor connection in VVT solenoid control wiring
Fault status
Status
Camshaft timing (Bank 1) over-advanced — ECM detected camshaft position advanced beyond expected parameters; system performance fault recorded.
Repair difficulty: Hard
Diagnostic time: 1-6 hours
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Code
P0014
Generic
P — Powertrain
B Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance Bank 1
Views:
UK: 27
EN: 106
RU: 53
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Faulty/blocked camshaft variable timing (VVT/CVT) solenoid/valve
- Failed VVT actuator (stuck or mechanically seized)
- Low engine oil level or oil pressure
- Wrong oil viscosity or degraded/contaminated oil
- Stretched or worn timing chain, slipped sprocket, or failed tensioner
- Damaged or shorted wiring/poor connector at VVT solenoid or camshaft position sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine performance, hesitation or poor acceleration
- Rough idle or intermittent misfire
- Hard starting or poor cold start behavior
- Unusual noise from timing cover area (rattle/slap) if chain/tensioner worn
- Degraded fuel economy
What to check
- Read freeze frame and all stored codes; note any related cam/crank or oil pressure codes
- Check engine oil level and condition (contamination, viscosity, service interval)
- Inspect VVT solenoid connector and wiring for damage, corrosion or poor pins
- Using a scan tool, compare commanded cam advance vs actual (camshaft position sensor) in live data
- Attempt active test to operate VVT solenoid (if supported) and observe response
- Listen for unusual timing chain/tensioner noises with cold start and idle
Signal parameters
- Camshaft position sensor signal: stable square wave or voltage pulses; timing angle vs crank should follow commanded advance
- Commanded VVT solenoid control: PWM duty cycle or on/off command from ECM (varies with rpm/load)
- Measured VVT solenoid current/resistance: compare to factory spec (open/short indicates fault)
- Engine oil pressure: within normal range at idle and when cranking (low pressure can prevent VVT operation)
- Crankshaft position sensor correlation: crank vs cam correlation angle within allowed tolerance
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve codes and freeze-frame data; identify related codes (cam/crank/ oil pressure).
- Visually inspect engine oil level and condition. Top up with correct spec oil if low; replace if contaminated or overdue.
- Inspect wiring and connectors for the VVT solenoid(s) and cam/crank sensors; repair damaged wiring or poor connections.
- Using a scan tool, monitor actual camshaft angle vs commanded while varying RPM and load; note if actual does not follow command (over-advanced).
- Perform an active test to pulse the VVT solenoid while watching cam angle. If no response, test solenoid resistance and supply voltage/ground.
- If solenoid is clogged or inoperative, remove and inspect/clean or replace the solenoid and any inline screens. Replace if electrical/mechanical failure is confirmed.
- If solenoid and wiring good but cam timing still incorrect, inspect timing chain, guides, sprockets and tensioner for wear or jump; verify mechanical timing alignment markings with engine at TDC.
- If timing chain/actuator repair performed, reassemble, reset codes, and perform drive cycle to confirm fault cleared.
- If cam/crank correlation faults persist after mechanical repairs, test/replace camshaft or crankshaft position sensors and re-evaluate.
Likely causes
- Low engine oil level or incorrect/degraded oil causing VVT operation failure
- Clogged or failed VVT solenoid preventing proper oil flow
- Failed VVT actuator or stuck phaser
- Worn timing chain or tensioner allowing cam timing to advance
- Open/short/poor connection in VVT solenoid control wiring
Fault status
Status
Camshaft timing (Bank 1) over-advanced — ECM detected camshaft position advanced beyond expected parameters; system performance fault recorded.
Repair difficulty: Hard
Diagnostic time: 1-6 hours
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Code
P0014
LAND ROVER
P — Powertrain
Exhaust camshaft position timing (B) excess of advance (bank 1)
Views:
UK: 3
EN: 56
RU: 14
AI status
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Causes
- Faulty/blocked camshaft variable timing (VVT/CVT) solenoid/valve
- Failed VVT actuator (stuck or mechanically seized)
- Low engine oil level or oil pressure
- Wrong oil viscosity or degraded/contaminated oil
- Stretched or worn timing chain, slipped sprocket, or failed tensioner
- Damaged or shorted wiring/poor connector at VVT solenoid or camshaft position sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine performance, hesitation or poor acceleration
- Rough idle or intermittent misfire
- Hard starting or poor cold start behavior
- Unusual noise from timing cover area (rattle/slap) if chain/tensioner worn
- Degraded fuel economy
What to check
- Read freeze frame and all stored codes; note any related cam/crank or oil pressure codes
- Check engine oil level and condition (contamination, viscosity, service interval)
- Inspect VVT solenoid connector and wiring for damage, corrosion or poor pins
- Using a scan tool, compare commanded cam advance vs actual (camshaft position sensor) in live data
- Attempt active test to operate VVT solenoid (if supported) and observe response
- Listen for unusual timing chain/tensioner noises with cold start and idle
Signal parameters
- Camshaft position sensor signal: stable square wave or voltage pulses; timing angle vs crank should follow commanded advance
- Commanded VVT solenoid control: PWM duty cycle or on/off command from ECM (varies with rpm/load)
- Measured VVT solenoid current/resistance: compare to factory spec (open/short indicates fault)
- Engine oil pressure: within normal range at idle and when cranking (low pressure can prevent VVT operation)
- Crankshaft position sensor correlation: crank vs cam correlation angle within allowed tolerance
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve codes and freeze-frame data; identify related codes (cam/crank/ oil pressure).
- Visually inspect engine oil level and condition. Top up with correct spec oil if low; replace if contaminated or overdue.
- Inspect wiring and connectors for the VVT solenoid(s) and cam/crank sensors; repair damaged wiring or poor connections.
- Using a scan tool, monitor actual camshaft angle vs commanded while varying RPM and load; note if actual does not follow command (over-advanced).
- Perform an active test to pulse the VVT solenoid while watching cam angle. If no response, test solenoid resistance and supply voltage/ground.
- If solenoid is clogged or inoperative, remove and inspect/clean or replace the solenoid and any inline screens. Replace if electrical/mechanical failure is confirmed.
- If solenoid and wiring good but cam timing still incorrect, inspect timing chain, guides, sprockets and tensioner for wear or jump; verify mechanical timing alignment markings with engine at TDC.
- If timing chain/actuator repair performed, reassemble, reset codes, and perform drive cycle to confirm fault cleared.
- If cam/crank correlation faults persist after mechanical repairs, test/replace camshaft or crankshaft position sensors and re-evaluate.
Likely causes
- Low engine oil level or incorrect/degraded oil causing VVT operation failure
- Clogged or failed VVT solenoid preventing proper oil flow
- Failed VVT actuator or stuck phaser
- Worn timing chain or tensioner allowing cam timing to advance
- Open/short/poor connection in VVT solenoid control wiring
Fault status
Status
Camshaft timing (Bank 1) over-advanced — ECM detected camshaft position advanced beyond expected parameters; system performance fault recorded.
Repair difficulty: Hard
Diagnostic time: 1-6 hours
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Code
P0014
MITSUBISHI
P — Powertrain
V.V.T. system (exhaust)
Views:
UK: 13
EN: 70
RU: 20
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Faulty/blocked camshaft variable timing (VVT/CVT) solenoid/valve
- Failed VVT actuator (stuck or mechanically seized)
- Low engine oil level or oil pressure
- Wrong oil viscosity or degraded/contaminated oil
- Stretched or worn timing chain, slipped sprocket, or failed tensioner
- Damaged or shorted wiring/poor connector at VVT solenoid or camshaft position sensor
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light (MIL) illuminated
- Reduced engine performance, hesitation or poor acceleration
- Rough idle or intermittent misfire
- Hard starting or poor cold start behavior
- Unusual noise from timing cover area (rattle/slap) if chain/tensioner worn
- Degraded fuel economy
What to check
- Read freeze frame and all stored codes; note any related cam/crank or oil pressure codes
- Check engine oil level and condition (contamination, viscosity, service interval)
- Inspect VVT solenoid connector and wiring for damage, corrosion or poor pins
- Using a scan tool, compare commanded cam advance vs actual (camshaft position sensor) in live data
- Attempt active test to operate VVT solenoid (if supported) and observe response
- Listen for unusual timing chain/tensioner noises with cold start and idle
Signal parameters
- Camshaft position sensor signal: stable square wave or voltage pulses; timing angle vs crank should follow commanded advance
- Commanded VVT solenoid control: PWM duty cycle or on/off command from ECM (varies with rpm/load)
- Measured VVT solenoid current/resistance: compare to factory spec (open/short indicates fault)
- Engine oil pressure: within normal range at idle and when cranking (low pressure can prevent VVT operation)
- Crankshaft position sensor correlation: crank vs cam correlation angle within allowed tolerance
Diagnostic algorithm
- Retrieve codes and freeze-frame data; identify related codes (cam/crank/ oil pressure).
- Visually inspect engine oil level and condition. Top up with correct spec oil if low; replace if contaminated or overdue.
- Inspect wiring and connectors for the VVT solenoid(s) and cam/crank sensors; repair damaged wiring or poor connections.
- Using a scan tool, monitor actual camshaft angle vs commanded while varying RPM and load; note if actual does not follow command (over-advanced).
- Perform an active test to pulse the VVT solenoid while watching cam angle. If no response, test solenoid resistance and supply voltage/ground.
- If solenoid is clogged or inoperative, remove and inspect/clean or replace the solenoid and any inline screens. Replace if electrical/mechanical failure is confirmed.
- If solenoid and wiring good but cam timing still incorrect, inspect timing chain, guides, sprockets and tensioner for wear or jump; verify mechanical timing alignment markings with engine at TDC.
- If timing chain/actuator repair performed, reassemble, reset codes, and perform drive cycle to confirm fault cleared.
- If cam/crank correlation faults persist after mechanical repairs, test/replace camshaft or crankshaft position sensors and re-evaluate.
Likely causes
- Low engine oil level or incorrect/degraded oil causing VVT operation failure
- Clogged or failed VVT solenoid preventing proper oil flow
- Failed VVT actuator or stuck phaser
- Worn timing chain or tensioner allowing cam timing to advance
- Open/short/poor connection in VVT solenoid control wiring
Fault status
Status
Camshaft timing (Bank 1) over-advanced — ECM detected camshaft position advanced beyond expected parameters; system performance fault recorded.
Repair difficulty: Hard
Diagnostic time: 1-6 hours
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