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P0016

Code meaning and manufacturer information

OBD-II / DTC

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Manufacturer wording

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Manufacturer communications

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Original wording in English

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09-98-22R ↗

SUBARU

This bulletin announces the availability of new reprograming files for the Engine Control Module (ECM) developed to remedy the following DTCs: P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0014, P0024, P0128, P2109. If any of the DTCs listed above are found to be stored in the ECM, follow the procedures outlined in the bulletin. This is an revis…

09-011-26 ↗

JEEP

Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. ENGINE – 1.5 GSE T4 MHEV - Malfunction Indication Light (MIL) P0016 Customers must experience a MIL illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0016 - Crankshaft/camshaft Timing Misalignment - Bank 1 Sensor 1. Check the trouble code…

09-007-26 ↗

JEEP

Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Tensioner Pad Snubber Assembly Issue Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0016 - Crankshaft/camshaft Timing Misalignment - Bank 1 Sensor 1. Customers may also comme…

PIP5921B ↗

CADILLAC, CHEVROLET, GMC

This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC p0011 p0016 and potential for a rattle or ticking noise to occur from the Intake Cam Actuator, or cover plate screws backing out and making contact with Cam carrier

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MakeModelModel year
AudiA3 ↗2009
AudiA4 ↗2021
AudiA4 ↗2009
AudiA5 ↗2021
AudiA5 ↗2017
AudiA5 ↗2016
AudiA5 ↗2009
AudiA5 CABRIOLET ↗2021

Code meaning and manufacturer information

Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.

Crankshaft Position Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A)

Can I keep driving?

A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.