OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0010 "A" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 1)
An electrical fault in the bank 1 intake camshaft position actuator solenoid (variable valve timing). The ECU monitors current and feedback on the oil control valve and sets this code when the circuit is open, shorted, or out of range.
Is it safe to drive with P0010?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyOil control valve electrically failed
- PossibleWiring or connector fault to actuator
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Power loss especially in mid-rpm range
- Possible rough idle or stalling
- Increased fuel consumption
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2.5 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Camshaft Position Actuator, Oil Control Valve, Actuator Wiring
Related codes
- P0013"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 1)
- P0020"A" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 2)
- P0023"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 2)
- P000DB Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 2
- P000EFuel Volume Regulator Control Exceeded Learning Limit
- P000FFuel System Over Pressure Relief Valve Activated
- P0011"A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)
- P0012"A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 1)
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.