P0016 Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1, Sensor A)
What does P0016 mean?
P0016 — Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1, Sensor A) (bank 1). This is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code a scanner retrieves when your vehicle's computer detects crankshaft position - camshaft position correlation (bank 1, sensor a) on bank 1. The level of risk depends on how the vehicle is currently running and how long you've been driving with the light on.
Common causes of P0016
- Stretched or skipped timing chain or belt
- Misaligned timing marks after repair
- Faulty crankshaft or camshaft position sensor
- Failed VVT phaser or tensioner
- Engine timing component failure
How to fix P0016
- Do not drive with the engine misfiring or rattling
- Verify timing marks and chain/belt alignment
- Check both position sensor signals while cranking
- Inspect the tensioner, guides, and phaser for wear
- Correct the timing issue, then clear the code and road test