P0010: Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 1)
The engine computer sees an electrical problem with the intake camshaft timing solenoid.
Green, yellow, red: three ways P0010 can look
The same code can be a quick fix or a reason to pull over. Match your situation to the closest example.
Keep an eye on it
Drives normally.
Schedule a repair
Rough running. Repair soon.
Stop and get help
Stalling. Get it diagnosed.
Symptoms you might notice
- Rough idle
- Poor power
Common causes, cheapest first
- Failed oil control solenoid
- Wiring or connector problem
What you can check before calling
- Check the solenoid connector
A code points to a system, not a part. Replacing parts based on the code alone is how people spend money without fixing the problem. Testing confirms the cause first.
Generic codes (second character 0) mean the same thing on every vehicle. Some manufacturers add their own details, so check service information for your exact vehicle.
Related codes
More cam & crank timing codes
- P0014
Camshaft Position B Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) - P0016
Crankshaft Position / Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A) - P0017
Crankshaft Position / Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor B) - P0008
Engine Position System Performance (Bank 1) - P0335
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction - P0336
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
Look up another code
Cummins fault code (like 1922), J1939 SPN and FMI (like SPN 3251 FMI 0), or an OBD-II code (like P0420).
Questions
What does P0010 mean?
P0010 means "Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 1)". The engine computer sees an electrical problem with the intake camshaft timing solenoid.
Can I drive with code P0010?
It depends on what the vehicle is doing. Green: Drives normally. Yellow: Rough running. Repair soon. Red: Stalling. Get it diagnosed.
What causes P0010?
The most common causes are: failed oil control solenoid; wiring or connector problem.
Is P0010 a serious code?
It can be. Stalling. Get it diagnosed.
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