P0014 — Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced, Exhaust (Bank 1)

P0014 means camshaft position timing over-advanced, exhaust (bank 1). Same VVT over-advance issue as P0011, but on the exhaust camshaft of bank 1. Same suspects: oil, solenoid, timing chain.

Fix soon

Drive gently and get it diagnosed within days.

What it means

Same VVT over-advance issue as P0011, but on the exhaust camshaft of bank 1. Same suspects: oil, solenoid, timing chain.

Most likely causes, ranked

  1. Dirty/low oil

    Check first.

  2. Exhaust VVT solenoid sticking

    Sludge.

  3. Stretched timing chain

    Serious.

  4. Cam sensor fault

    Bad signal.

  5. Oil control valve

    Metering fault.

Typical repair cost

Typically $50–$1500

Oil change $50–$100; solenoid typically $150–$400; timing chain $800–$1,500. Estimates vary by vehicle. Costs are estimates and vary by vehicle, location, and shop.

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Common questions

Is P0014 serious?

Check oil immediately; drive gently until diagnosed.

How much does it cost to fix P0014?

Typically $50–$1500. Oil change $50–$100; solenoid typically $150–$400; timing chain $800–$1,500. Estimates vary by vehicle.

Can I drive with P0014?

Drive gently and get it diagnosed within days.

What causes P0014?

The most common cause is dirty/low oil. Check first.

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