P0015 - Camshaft Position "B" Timing Delay (Bank 1)
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P0015 - Camshaft Position "B" Timing Delay (Bank 1)
OBD-II DTC Trouble Code Description
Camshaft Position "B" - Time Lag (Bank 1)
What does this mean?
This Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is a generic transmission code, which means it applies to OBD-II equipped vehicles including but not limited to Toyota, VW, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Hyundai, Audi, Acura, etc. ...
The P0015 code refers to the VVT (Variable Valve Timing) or VCT (Variable Valve Timing) and vehicle PCM (Transmission Control Module, also called ECM) components.
It is made up of several different components, but DTC P0015 is specifically related to camshaft (cam) timing. In this case, if the cam timing is excessively slow, the engine light will come on and a code will be set. Bank #1 is the side of the engine that contains cylinder #1. Camshaft "B" must be an "exhaust", "right" or "rear" camshaft. Left/Right and Front/Rear are defined as if viewed from the driver's seat.
Possible symptoms
Likely P0015 The DTC will result in one of the following events:
- hard start
- bad idling and / or
- dumping
Other symptoms are also possible. Of course, when the DTCs are set, the malfunction indicator lamp (engine malfunction indicator lamp) comes on.
reasons
The P0015 DTC can be caused by one or more of the following:
- Incorrect valve timing.
- Wiring problems (harness / wiring) in the intake timing control solenoid valve system
- Constant oil flow into the VCT piston chamber
- Defective directional valve control solenoid (stuck open)
Possible solutions
The main thing to check is to check the operation of the VCT solenoid. You are looking for a sticky or stuck VCt solenoid valve due to contamination. Refer to the specific vehicle repair manual to perform a component check on the VCT unit. Notes. Dealer technicians have advanced tools and the ability to follow detailed troubleshooting instructions, including the ability to test components with a diagnostic tool.
Other related DTCs: P0010 - P0011 - P0012 - P0014 - P0020 - P0021 - P0022
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