#1: car hunting and cutting out! Author: NorthantsBen, Location: Raunds, NorthamptonshirePosted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 10:51 am ---- Started car fine but did quickly turn of it and on again while it was still cold. Drove fine untill 1st junction then cut out. Started back up and kept hunting and cutting out. Managed to drive it back (while cutting out and chugging) and get my other car to go shopping in the end.
When i got back i took it out and seemed fine. I just read the ecu and this came up........
Does this mean the sensor is on way out or could it be a one off?
Have lost faith in going far in it now lol
#2: Re: car hunting and cutting out! Author: macca1411, Location: Westhoughton, LancashirePosted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 1:30 pm ----
OBD-Codes.com wrote:
What does that mean?
A code P0011 refers to the VVT (variable valve timing) or VCT (variable camshaft timing) components and the car's PCM (powertrain control module, also called an ECM). That consists of a few different components but the P0011 DTC specifically refers to the camshaft (cam) timing. In this case, if the cam timing is above a set limit (over-advanced), the engine light will be illluminated and the code will be set. The "A" camshaft is either the intake, left, or front camshaft.
Potential Symptoms
Most likely a P0011 DTC will result in one of the following: hard starting, poor idle, and/or stalling. There are potentially other symptoms as well. Of course, when trouble codes are set, the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp, a.k.a. the check engine light) illuminates.
Causes
A P0011 DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following: Incorrect camshaft timing Wiring problems (harness/wiring) in intake timing control valve control solenoid system Continuous oil flow to VCT piston chamber Failed timing valve control solenoid (stuck open)
Possible Solutions
This DTC code is a result of a mechanical fault of the VCT unit or related components, so there is no need for electrical diagnosis. Refer to vehicle specific repair manual to perform component tests for the VCT unit. Notes: Dealer techs have advanced tools and the ability to follow detailed troubleshooting steps, including the ability to test components using a scan tool.
#3: Re: car hunting and cutting out! Author: Timon2210, Location: PalestinePosted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 2:54 pm ---- This might be cause by a weak lifting motor,as the VVT engine got one,try to have an engine oil flush,and that might help you not to have it again.
#4: Re: car hunting and cutting out! Author: NorthantsBen, Location: Raunds, NorthamptonshirePosted: Sat Mar 29, 2014 6:14 pm ---- Thanks guys,
Thinking about it... it has struggled to start a few times just lately. Possibly linked? ??
#5: Re: car hunting and cutting out! Author: NorthantsBen, Location: Raunds, NorthamptonshirePosted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 2:39 pm ---- its seemed fine today back to normal.... for now
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