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P0014: "B" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced (Bank 1)
What it means
Bank 1 exhaust cam timing is more advanced than the computer expected.
Severity: Medium Can cause hesitation and poor economy; often linked to oil quality.
Common causes
- Low or dirty oil
- Sticking exhaust oil control solenoid
- Worn exhaust cam phaser
- Timing chain wear
Most common causes first. Exact causes vary by make, model and engine.
Can I fix it myself?
Often DIY. Oil change first, then clean or replace the exhaust oil control solenoid.
Repair cost
SEEDED ESTIMATE Roughly $110–$540
Most likely repair: vvt/oil control solenoid. Diagnosis fees, taxes and other causes are not included.
| Line | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| VVT/oil control solenoid | $60 | $303 | Typical listed retail range, source ($454–$595 outliers excluded) |
| Labor 0.5–1.5 hr | $50 | $240 | $100–$160/hr, shop survey |
⚠️ This is an editorial placeholder range for this type of repair. It is not based on real invoices or licensed pricing data yet. Real ranges will appear here once enough reader invoices for P0014 are verified.
Verified reader invoices for P0014: 0. Share your repair bill to help build real costs.
Tools that can read P0014
- ScanFixAI: Pro $29.99/mo or $249.99/yr
- OBDAI: Annual PRO bundle $299
- BlueDriver Pro Next-Gen: $119.95 list ($99.95 sale seen)
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