Code P0015

2003 VOLVO S40

166,000 MILES

ANAMCARJE

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My car is throwing off code P0015. Something to do with the cam shaft.
Can you tell me, please, what this means and what to do about it?
Thanks,
TEB

Dec 8, 2017 at 3:12 PM

STRAILER

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
54,832 POSTS

Hello,

This codes is thrown when the camshaft actuator (phaser) is not working correctly usually due to one of two things. The most popular is a failing camshaft actuator but I have also seen the oil control valve become clogged up due to lack of maintenance.

Here is a guide to show you how the system works:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-camshaft-variable-valve-timing-works

Below are some guides to show you what you are in for when fixing this problem.

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken

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Dec 10, 2017 at 11:45 AM