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P0014 – Meaning, Fixes, Causes, Details & Troubleshooting

by Conner Mckay 08/29/2023

When the garages are closed is typically where your instrument cluster might illuminate a warm orange check engine light, which is a sign of diagnostics issues like P0014. Thanks to modern vehicle networking though, it has interpreted warning lights with less ambiguity. If you own a somewhat modern (post-2000) car, definitely consider purchasing an OBD2 scanner (and learning how to use OBD2 scanner). Plug the scanner in if your engine control unit (ECU) is indicating a fault: P0014 “B Camshaft …

08/29/2023 6 comments

Electrical

Camshaft Position Sensor Bank 1: Where Is It?

by Conner Mckay 08/24/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Wondering what “Camshaft Position Sensor Bank 1” means? We’re guessing you have a P0017 trouble code in your car. This is just one of many trouble codes that indicate that you have a camshaft position sensor issue. A camshaft position sensor—or CMP for short—trouble code is not to be taken lightly. It’s crucial for your engine’s smooth operation and can lead to severe damage if ignored. Here’s everything you need to know: What Is A Camshaft? Camshaft Position Sensor Location …

08/24/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P0017: Trouble With Your Camshaft Sensor?

by Conner Mckay 03/01/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Got a P0017 code in your car? This code means there’s an issue with your engine’s crankshaft and camshaft. These two components are crucial for the smooth operation of your engine. They’re quite complex, but don’t worry, we’ll explain all you need to know about them in this article. From what they mean, the signs, and the repair costs. And believe us, you’ll want to address this issue before it becomes a more costly problem. Here’s our table of contents …

03/01/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P0016 – Is Your Car’s Engine Timing A Bit Off?

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Engine timing is a very crucial step in your car’s combustion process. Imagine this… The intake valves open to allow air and fuel to enter the combustion chamber to be burnt. All the while, exhaust valves then open to enable fumes and by-products from that explosive cycle to escape out of the engine. It’ll then repeat again, opening and closing with absolute precision. At least, until P0016 shows up. So, what happens when that engine timing is thrown out of …

02/23/2023 0 comment

Engine

Cost To Replace Engine Bearings – How Much Will You Need?

by Conner Mckay 10/27/2022

written by Conner Mckay

A rod bearing is, to put it simply, a two-piece, smooth metal band that aids in holding an engine’s rotating shafts in place. Sometimes the phrase is used to refer to the connecting rod bearings. If the engine bearings are faulty, what is the cost to replace engine bearings? You need to know what kind of bearing we are talking about when one claims that worn or damaged rod bearings are the main cause of an issue with your engine. …

10/27/2022 0 comment