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P0010 Pontiac Code - Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Bank 1

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0010 Pontiac?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Dirty Oil
  • Low engine oil level
  • Faulty Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Bank 1
  • Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Bank 1 harness is open or shorted
  • Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Bank 1 circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)
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How to Fix the DTC P0010 Pontiac?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0010 Pontiac code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

Code P0010 Pontiac Description

The Camshaft Position (CMP) actuator system enables the Engine Control Module (ECM) to change the timing of the camshafts while the engine is operating. The Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve signal from the ECM is Pulse Width Modulated (PWM). The ECM controls the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve duty cycle by controlling the amount of solenoid valve ON time. The Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve controls the advance or the retard of each camshaft. The Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve controls the oil flow that applies the pressure to advance or retard the camshafts.
Ignition voltage is supplied directly to the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve. The ECM controls the solenoid valve by grounding the control circuit with a solid-state device called a driver. The driver is equipped with a feedback circuit that is pulled up to a voltage. The ECM can determine if the control circuit is open, shorted to the ground, or shorted to a voltage by monitoring the feedback voltage.
The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the ECM detects an open solenoid circuit in the CMP actuator for greater than 1 second or a cumulative of 5 seconds when the solenoid is commanded OFF.
The ECM monitors the control circuit of the CMP actuator solenoid for electrical faults. The ECM can determine if a control circuit is open, shorted high, or shorted low. If the ECM detects a fault with the CMP actuator solenoid control, DTC P0010 will set.
OBDII Code P0010 Pontiac - Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Bank 1 - AutoCodes.com
P0010 Pontiac Code - Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Bank 1

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