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Codes starting with P are engine and transmission, B are body, C are chassis, and U are network communication. A 0 as the second character means a generic code shared by all makes; a 1 means a manufacturer-specific code, so its meaning depends on your brand.

A steady check engine light usually means get it checked soon. A flashing check engine light means an active misfire: reduce speed and stop driving as soon as it is safe.

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A valid code is one letter (P, B, C, or U) followed by four characters, for example P0420.

P0014 Exhaust camshaft timing over-advanced or performance (Bank 1)

Can I drive with P0014?

Drive soon

OK to drive for now, but get it fixed within days to a couple of weeks, or the damage and the bill can grow.

The engine may run rough, and ignoring it lets a timing problem get worse and more expensive.

What does P0014 mean?

The exhaust camshaft on bank 1 is more advanced than the engine computer commanded, so the variable valve timing system is not responding correctly.

What causes P0014?

  1. Low or dirty engine oil
  2. Faulty exhaust VVT (oil control) solenoid
  3. Wrong oil viscosity
  4. Worn timing chain or tensioner
  5. Faulty camshaft phaser

How much does it cost to fix P0014?

$50 – $2,500

Oil change: $50–$120. VVT solenoid: $150–$450. Timing chain job: $1,000–$2,500.

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