Question

What is code P0014?

Code P0014 denotes ‘Exhaust Camshaft Timing – Over-Advanced Bank 1,’ indicating a camshaft timing problem.

P0014 code indicates the car’s engine control module (ECU) found camshaft timing issues, specifically with the exhaust camshaft in Bank 1, position B. It is the exhaust camshaft position B that controls the valves that release carbon emissions from the engine.

Engine code P0014 applies only to cars with a Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. VVT is responsible for improving fuel economy and engine performance, permitting your car’s engine to produce more speed and horsepower. It ensures this by controlling the combustion of the fuel-air mixture by regulating the opening and closing of the exhaust and intake valves.

What causes code P0014?

These are some reasons why the P0014 code appears in your car.

• The presence of contaminated oil.
• The oil level is low or is old and does not have the correct viscosity for your car’s engine.
• Defective camshaft or crankshaft position sensor.
• A wiring issue or a bad timing chain.
• Faulty camshaft actuator or timing components, or issues with the circuit.
• A defective oil control solenoid or a stuck-open valve control solenoid.

What are the symptoms of P0014?

Engine code P0014 can cause problems with the engine’s power and fuel efficiency. The most obvious sign is the check engine light getting illuminated. The following are the other common symptoms you can observe.

• Rough idle
• The car stalls or has a hard start
• Increased fuel consumption and poor fuel efficiency
• Misfires in the engine
• Oil level light
• The engine has a rattling sound

How to fix the P0014 code

These are some steps that can help you fix this engine error code.

• Inspecting the oil level and doing an oil change
• Reset the error codes and do a road test
• Replace the filter and oil with the appropriate oil viscosity for the engine
• Repair or replace the camshaft oil control valve’s wiring for the Bank 1 exhaust camshaft
• Change the camshaft oil control valve for the Bank 1 exhaust camshaft
• Inspect the quality and tightness of the engine’s timing belt or chain
• Clean the electrical connections
• Check the camshaft position sensor and the connections
• Check the camshaft phaser for signs of damage
• Replace the camshaft position actuator solenoid

How much does it cost to fix code P0014?

The P0014 code repair cost can be anywhere from $35 to around $1,950. The actual cost depends on your local mechanic’s rates. These are some of the possible repair costs.

• Engine oil and filter replacement – $35-$250
• Camshaft position sensor replacement – $100-$400
• Timing chain replacement – $400-$1,950
• Variable camshaft timing control solenoid valve – $200-$500
• VVT solenoid replacement – $500-$1500

Can I drive with a P0014 code?

No, you shouldn’t drive with this error code. Though you can drive, driving with this code can lead to severe engine damage. Get your car inspected, diagnosed, and repaired by a qualified mechanic to prevent further damage to the engine.