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P0011 Acura Code - Variable Valve Timing Control 'A' System Malfunction

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0011 Acura?

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 Variable Valve Timing Control (VTC) Actuator
  • Faulty Variable Valve Timing Control Oil Control Solenoid Valve 'A'
  • VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve 'A' harness is open or shorted
  • VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve 'A' circuit poor electrical connection
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How to Fix the DTC P0011 Acura?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0011 Acura code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Lack/Loss of power
  • Engine rough idle

What Does the P0011 Acura Code Mean?

The Variable Valve Timing Control (VTC) system controls the phase of the intake camshaft and exhaust camshaft. It uses oil pressure to operate the VTC actuator A/B so the valve timing is optimized depending on driving conditions. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) monitors the phase control command and the actual phase of the intake camshaft by using Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor 'A'. If the phase difference between them is excessive for a certain time period, the PCM detects a malfunction and stores a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).

P0011 Acura Code - Variable Valve Timing Control 'A' System Malfunction

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