Camshaft Position Sensor Location

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Hi everyone,

I was wondering if someone could please let me know the location of the intake camshaft position sensor on a Regal 2013 4cyl 2.0L Turbo. It threw a stored code saying "Camshaft Position Sensor".. Since it was a stored code didn't get the exact number, and it got cleared.

Next day it came back on with Code P0011.

There is hardly any information on the web that I have been able to understand. Some pictures and diagrams but all in black and white and I have no idea where it could be.. I've spent countless hours searching. I've bought the new part for the position censor as well.

Any information helps! Thank you so much in advance!
 
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There are 2 of them

1 and 12 in this diagram show you where they are
So please tell the code, because there is not a single code in the car that says "Replace Camshaft sensor"
There will be a code that talks about circuit, response, voltage, correlation, among other things but not "Replace"

Plus there are two, so double that on possible codes and meanings. share the code and we can help you diagnose and fix this
 
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There are 2 of them

1 and 12 in this diagram show you where they are
So please tell the code, because there is not a single code in the car that says "Replace Camshaft sensor"
There will be a code that talks about circuit, response, voltage, correlation, among other things but not "Replace"

Plus there are two, so double that on possible codes and meanings. share the code and we can help you diagnose and fix this
Sorry about that! We cleared the code the first time because it was a stored code, and specifically said Camshaft Position Sensor.

Check engine came back on and Code is P0011.

Thank you for the quick response 🙂
 
DTC Descriptors

DTC P0011
-Intake Camshaft Position System Performance

DTC P0014
-Exhaust Camshaft Position System Performance

Diagnostic Fault Information
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Circuit/System Description

The camshaft position 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 signal from the ECM is pulse width modulated (PWM). The ECM controls the camshaft position actuator solenoid duty cycle by controlling the amount of solenoid ON time. The camshaft position actuator solenoid controls the advance or the retard of each camshaft. The camshaft position actuator solenoid controls the oil flow that applies the pressure to advance or retard the camshafts.

Conditions for Running the DTC

*DTC P0010, P0013, P0016, P0017, P0335, P0336, P0340, P0341, P0365, or P0366 is not set.

*The ignition voltage is greater than 11 V.

*The engine is operating.

*The desire camshaft position is not changing greater than 4.5 degrees for at least 1 s.

*Both of the desired and actual camshaft position actuator values cannot be greater than 25 degrees or less than 5 degrees.

*DTCs P0011 and P0014 run continuously once the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ECM detects the difference between the desired camshaft position angle and the actual camshaft position angle is greater than 6 degrees for greater 13.5 s.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

*DTCs P0011 and P0014 are Type B DTCs.

*The Auto Stop and Auto Start function of the hybrid system is disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTCs P0011 and P0014 are Type B DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

*The engine oil condition has a major impact on the camshaft actuator system.

*A low oil level condition may set this DTC. The engine may require an oil change. Inquire with the customer when the last oil change was performed. You may also monitor the scan tool Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter. Advise the customer an oil change may be required.

*Inspect the engine for any recent engine mechanical repairs. An incorrectly installed camshaft, camshaft actuator, or timing chain can cause this DTC to set.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference


Engine Controls Schematics (LUK)

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Camshaft Actuator System Description

Electrical Information Reference

*Circuit Testing

*Connector Repairs

*Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

*Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Note:


*The engine oil level and the oil pressure are critical to the correct operation of the camshaft position actuator system. Verify that the engine has the correct oil level and the correct oil pressure before continuing with this diagnostic.

*The engine oil condition has a major impact on the camshaft actuator system. Debris in the oil can interfere with the camshaft position actuator solenoid and the mechanical camshaft actuator operation. Inspect for dirty or degraded crankcase oil. The engine may require an oil change. Inquire with the customer when the last oil change was performed. You may also monitor the scan tool Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter. Advise the customer an oil change may be required.

1.Ignition ON.

2.Verify the engine has the correct oil level and pressure. Refer to Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing .

If the oil level and the oil pressure are not correct
Repair as necessary

If the oil level and the oil pressure are correct

Note:
If a crankshaft or camshaft position sensor DTC is set, the scan tool Camshaft Position Actuator output control will not function.

3.Verify that DTC P0010, P0013, P0016, P0017, P0335, P0336, P0340, P0341, P0365, or P0366 is not set.

If any of the DTCs are set
Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle for further diagnosis.

If none of the DTCs are set

4.Engine idling.

5.Verify the scan tool parameters are less than 2° in each of the commanded states when commanding the Camshaft Position Actuator from 0-20° and back to 0° with the scan tool.

*Intake Camshaft Position Variance

*Exhaust Camshaft Position Variance

If 2° or greater
Refer to Circuit/System Testing.

If less than 2°

6.Verify that DTC P0011 or P0014 is not set.

If any of the DTCs are set
Refer to Circuit/System Testing.

If none of the DTCs set

7.Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

8.Verify the DTC does not set.

If the DTC sets
Refer to Circuit/System Testing.

If the DTC does not set

9.All OK.

Circuit/System Testing

1.Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.

2.Test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal B and ground.

If 5 ohms or greater

1.Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K20 Engine Control Module.

2.Test for less than 2 ohms in the low reference circuit end to end.

• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.

• If less than 2 ohms, replace the K20 Engine Control Module.

If less than 5 ohms

3.Ignition ON.

Note: A test lamp must be used for this test. The control circuit is pulled-up to a low current voltage, 1.5-4.5 V on the control circuit is normal.

4.Verify that a test lamp does not illuminate between the control circuit terminal A and ground.

If the test lamp illuminates

1.Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K20 Engine Control Module, ignition ON.

2.Test for less than 1 V between the control circuit and ground.

• If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.

• If less than 1 V, replace the K20 Engine Control Module.

If the test lamp does not illuminate

5.Remove the test lamp.

6.Verify the scan tool parameters listed below do not display Malfunction when commanding the appropriate Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve ON with a scan tool.

*Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit High Voltage Test Status

*Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Open Test Status

*Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Low Voltage Test Status

*Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit High Voltage Test Status

*Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Open Test Status

*Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit Low Voltage Test Status

If Malfunction is displayed

1.Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K20 Engine Control Module.

2.Test for less than 2 ohms in the control circuit end to end.

• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance or short to ground in the circuit.

• If less than 2 ohms, replace the K20 Engine Control Module.

If Malfunction is not displayed

7.Ignition OFF, remove the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

8.Verify the conditions listed below do not exist with the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve:

1.Torn, restricted, mis-positioned, or missing screens.

2.Engine oil leak between the oil sealing lands of the solenoid. Inspect the lands of the solenoid for nicks.

3.Oil seepage at the solenoid connector.

If a condition is found
Replace the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

If a condition is not found

Note:
After swapping toe solenoids, install jumper wires to the appropriate terminals of the harness connectors and the solenoids.

9.Ignition OFF, swap the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve with the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve that is operating correctly.

10.Engine idling.

11.Verify the scan tool Camshaft Position Variance parameter is less than 2° in each of the commanded states when commanding the Camshaft Position Actuator from 0-20° and back to 0° with a scan tool.

If 2° or greater
Replace the mechanical camshaft position actuator.

If less than 2°

12.Test or replace the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

Component Testing

1.Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

2.Test for 8-13 ohms between the control terminal 2 and the low reference circuit terminal 1.

If not between 8-13 ohms
Replace the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

If between 8-13 ohms

3.Test for infinite resistance between each terminal and the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve housing.

If not infinite resistance
Replace the Q6 Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

If infinite resistance

4.All OK

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.

*Camshaft Position Intake Actuator Replacement

*Camshaft Position Exhaust Actuator Replacement

*Control Module References for engine control module replacement, programming, and setup
 
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without direct experience on this engine , my first inclination is to suggest checking the oil condition. putting some on a paper towel from the dipstick and showing the bottom of the oil cap and stating how much miles is on the current oil change or saying what % is left on the oil would help advise further
 
without direct experience on this engine , my first inclination is to suggest checking the oil condition. putting some on a paper towel from the dipstick and showing the bottom of the oil cap and stating how much miles is on the current oil change or saying what % is left on the oil would help advise further
8% is what is showing.. Gonna get it changed ASAP.. I can follow up on this when that's all peachy if that helps?

Also forgot to mention, while all of the erratic shifting is going on- the "service StabiliTrak" message keeps going off & on as well.
 

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I agree with BGFM that a DTC does not mean "replace this part"; it means "there is an issue in the indicated system that needs you to do some sleuthing".

That message suggests the possibility of a weak battery, one that may have enough to start the car but not maintain enough voltage during that event to keep the computers happy. Have your battery tested.

For any-and-all readers, any vehicle with 2 batteries and an auto Engine Start/Stop system, when you test, test both. If you replace one, replace both.

If your battery passes the test with flying colors, then like BGFM requested, get the car scanned and share the codes here.
 
8% is what is showing.. Gonna get it changed ASAP.. I can follow up on this when that's all peachy if that helps?

Also forgot to mention, while all of the erratic shifting is going on- the "service StabiliTrak" message keeps going off & on as well.
if its like the 3.6l v6 in the impala and the enclave , stability will be disabled for it, but its not listed in the above info so it may be unrelated. youd need a high end scan tool to read the C (for Chassis) code that correlates to stabilitrak., id ignore it for now.

The oil change should happen, but Id really like if you listen to what i asked and show the condition of the oil
Thats actually the more important part here ,if it looks a certain way , we can go from there.
When you get the oil changed , it will look clean right away and that can hide the solution for a while if it was from oil being neglected. so a little bit on paper towel and the oil cap underside if you could <3

turbo engines especially are important to know what kind of state the oil is in , turbochargers wear oil out faster than without
 
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It is a Possibility the StabiliTrak Message is related to your Wheel Bearings.
You could Try Removing the Sensors (one for each wheel) and Cleaning them with
Contact Cleaner to see if that helps.

When mine went, I got two messages: StabiliTrak and Traction Control.
Replacing the Wheel Bearings took care of the problem messages.
Guess I could have taken the time to figure out which Wheel Bearing was causing the
problem, but I just replaced all Four of them instead (they had over 100,000 miles on them).
Yes, I did try Cleaning the Sensors first, but it didn't work for me.
 
without direct experience on this engine , my first inclination is to suggest checking the oil condition. putting some on a paper towel from the dipstick and showing the bottom of the oil cap and stating how much miles is on the current oil change or saying what % is left on the oil would help advise further
Can I ask specifically what you are looking to see under the oil cap?
We just bought 15 Regal with 94k miles and today it popped p0014 trying to take appropriate steps
 
I assume they are looking for a Milky Substance on the cap, usually means there
is an Oil / Water mixture.
Dark Oil on the cap can mean the oil hasn't been changed for a while (or on regular basis).

The Dip Stick not only tells you if there's the correct amount of oil, but it can also
show you how clean or dirty your oil is.
This is why they are advising you to Wipe it on a Clean White Paper Towel.

In the Service Bulletin, it calls the parts to check for P0014: Camshaft Solenoids.
I'm not 100% sure, but I believe they might also be called VVT Solenoids.
If so, they are very easy to access and replace (you can try Cleaning them first as
stated in the Bulletin).
 
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