OBD codes / P0016
P0016
SeriousCrankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A)
Address promptly — can worsen or affect drivability.
Likely causes
- stretched/jumped timing chain
- VVT solenoid
- cam/crank sensor
Common fixes
- inspect timing chain
- replace VVT solenoid
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