P0012 A camshaft position - timing over retarded (Bank 1)

P0012 A Camshaft Position - 

Timing over retarded (Bank 1)

P0012 code definition 

Camshaft Position "A" - Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 1) 

What the P0012 code implies 

P0012 is the OBD-II nonexclusive code demonstrating the motor control module (ECM) has confirmed that the admission camshaft timing for bank 1 is more hindered than what the ECM has told it be. This over-impeded planning condition could be during the progressing or hindering period of the camshaft timing. 

What causes the P0012 code? 

The variable camshaft timing (VCT) oil control valve (OCV) stuck in the vacant position. 

The camshaft phaser is harmed and stuck in the hindered position. 

Oil stream issues to the VCT cylinder and phaser. 

What are the manifestations of the P0012 code? 

The ECM will turn on the Check Engine Light if the circumstance can't be instructed to move. 

The motor will have a hard beginning condition because of the impeded planning position. 

Fuel mileage may go down since the camshaft isn't in a situation to get the most ideal fuel mileage. 

Contingent upon camshaft position the motor may slow down, delay, and run more unpleasant than typical. 

The vehicle will bomb an outflows test. 

Note: Your drive issues will change contingent upon the camshaft timing positions when the camshaft quit progressing. 

How does a repairman analyze the P0012 code? 

Outwardly checks the electrical associations with the camshaft sensor, oil control solenoid valve, and driving rod sensor for free associations, harmed wiring saddle, or whatever other issues that may cause an issue. 

Ensures the motor oil is loaded with clean right consistency oil. 

The professional will sweep and record the codes got and see the freeze outline information to see when the code was set. 

The codes should then be reset to clear the OBD-II shortcoming codes and retest the vehicle to check whether the P0012 code returns. 

Orders the oil control solenoid valve on and off to check whether the camshaft timing changes. 

In the event that no issues are noted and the code actually exists, the following stage for the professional is to play out a maker's particular pinpoint tests for the P0012 code and fix on a case by case basis. 

Note: Follow the producer's prescribed pinpoint test to limit the issue, since every motor might be tried diversely and conceivable motor inside harm might be done if tests are not acted as per a right strategy. 

Normal slip-ups when diagnosing the P0012 code? 

Follow these basic rules to forestall botches: 

Continuously check the disappointment prior to endeavoring any fixes. 

Do a careful visual check for any issues with the wiring or associations with the parts. 

Follow the pinpoint test bit by bit to help forestall a misdiagnosis. 

Try not to supplant any parts except if coordinated by the pinpoint or visual testing. 

How genuine is the P0012 code? 

The motor may run whimsical and slow down, waver, run unpleasant or have a hard beginning condition. 

The motor may have over the top fuel utilization, carbon fouling of motor segments, and different drive objections relying upon the camshaft bombed position. 

Driving the vehicle for a delayed time frame with the camshafts not impeding may make different issues the valve train or motor contingent upon the reason for the disappointment. 

What fixes can fix the P0012 code? 

Resetting the deficiency codes and playing out a street test. 

Replacing the oil and channel to the appropriate oil thickness for the motor's determinations. 

Fixing or supplanting the wiring or association with the camshaft oil control solenoid. 

Supplanting the camshaft oil control valve for bank 1 admission camshaft. 

Check the circumstance chain arrangement for hopped timing issues and fix on a case by case basis. 

Extra remarks for thought in regards to the P0012 code 

The camshaft phaser controls the circumstance advance and retard work through oil pressing factor and oil. The oil should be the appropriate thickness for the camshaft timing control to fill in as planned. On the off chance that you utilize excessively thick of oil it can make this framework glitch and cause codes and running issues with the motor. Wrong oil can cause this code and may cause various codes alongside it.