VOLVO
ECM-P000A00 - Intake (A) Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 1. General Failure Information. No sub type information
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
1 modelS60 (2011–)
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What does this fault code mean?
The engine control module monitors the position of the intake camshaft, bank 1, and has found that the actual position does not match the commanded one. The code is a general fault without a more specific description, and camshaft control is switched off.
Possible causes
- Low engine oil pressure
- Poor quality engine oil
- Sticking camshaft control valve
- Mechanical fault in the VVT unit
What you can do
- 1Read the code, clear it and road test the car to see whether it returns
- 2Check the fuse for the supply voltage to the camshaft control valve
- 3Check that the engine oil level on the dipstick is correct and that the oil is clean and of the right quality
- 4If you have a diagnostic tool: activate camshaft control and check that it responds
- 5If the oil is in order but the fault remains: have a workshop measure the oil pressure and clean or replace the control valve
- 6If the fault returns after this: have a workshop check the VVT unit
Symptoms you may notice4
- Check engine lamp lit or behaving abnormally
- Engine is hard to start and cranks slowly
- The car lacks power
- Engine hesitates or runs jerkily on acceleration and at steady speed
What the fault can affect1
- Camshaft control is switched off
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.