Code is P0008 but engine seems to run perfectly. What should I do?

Question

A couple weeks ago, I went to change the spark plugs because I was getting misfire codes p0300 p00301 p00303 and p00305.  I noticed plugs 1 and 3 had oil/gas on them.  So I changed the valve cover gasket.  During the repair, I noticed that I had broken the cam position sensor so I replaced it.  All of the misfire codes went away after I changed the plugs and coil on #5 and haven't returned.  Car is running great but I still get a P0008 code popping up that wasn't there before I did the other repairs.  So, I don't know if there's another sensor that could be malfunctioning or if there is a serious problem that I can't find.  Engine runs like it's brand new, has all the power and torque it did when it was new and there are no more misfires.

Answer 1

HI there

Since the car is running fine I would use a factory cam sensor and replace the one you replaced. If the cam sensor is't reading properly, it could cause this code. While the code does mean there is a mechanical timing chain issue, it wouldn't run well if there was a mechanical issue.

P0008 BUICK - Engine Positions System Performance Bank 1

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