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P0018: what does this code mean?

Crankshaft / camshaft correlation

Parts to check, to be confirmed by diagnosis

  1. Camshaft sensorSearch for my vehicle
  2. Crankshaft sensorSearch for my vehicle
  3. VVT solenoidSearch for my vehicle
  4. Timing belt kitSearch for my vehicle
  5. Timing chain kitSearch for my vehicle

Good to know: Sensors first; if they are good, a slack or shifted timing drive (belt or chain depending on the engine: 1KD, 2KD, 4D56 are belt-driven).

A code points to a circuit or a function, not a part number: confirm by diagnosis before ordering.

Nearby codes:P0017P0019

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