P0010Medium Priority
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit / Open (Bank 1)
Category: Powertrain• Fuel and Air Metering
18 articles · 4 makes affected
What is P0010?
Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit malfunction (Bank 1). This code indicates a problem with the variable valve timing (VVT) system, typically caused by oil flow issues to the camshaft actuator. Can lead to poor engine performance and increased emissions.
Symptoms You May Notice
- ●Check engine light
- ●Rough idle
- ●Reduced fuel economy
- ●Poor acceleration
- ●Engine stalling
How to Fix It
- ●Replace VVT solenoid ($150-$300, intermediate)
- ●Change engine oil and filter ($50-$100, beginner)
- ●Clean VVT screen/filter ($100-$200, intermediate)
Owner Statistics
Based on 219,439 real owner discussions • 4804 confirmed solutions
$791
Average Repair Cost
2%
Success Rate
24%
DIY Repairs
219,439
Data Sources
About This Data
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