OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0008 Engine Position System Performance Bank 1
The ECU detects an implausible relationship between crankshaft and camshaft signals on bank 1, indicating timing chain stretch, jumped tooth, or sensor reluctor wear.
Is it safe to drive with P0008?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyTiming chain stretched, guides worn
- PossibleChain jumped one tooth
- Less likelyCrankshaft or camshaft sensor misaligned
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 4–12 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Timing Chain, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Camshaft Position Sensor, Reluctor Ring
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.