P0016: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A)

What does P0016 mean?

The crankshaft and camshaft signals are out of sync with each other. This can mean a stretched timing chain or jumped belt.

Generic OBD-II definition: Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor A). Confirm applicability in your vehicle service information.

Common causes

• Stretched timing chain or jumped belt
• Faulty cam phaser
• Low or dirty engine oil
• Faulty crank or cam sensor

Symptoms

• Rough running
• Rattling at startup
• Hard starting

Can I keep driving with P0016?

Severity: High Stop or minimize driving and get it looked at right away.

If the check engine light is flashing or the car runs badly, stop driving and have it checked.

Typical fixes

• Check oil level and condition
• Inspect timing components
• Test sensors