The powertrain control module (PCM) uses the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor and the camshaft position (CMP) sensor pulses to monitor the correlation between the crankshaft and camshaft position.

The PCM detects that the CMP sensor pulses occur less than or more than 9 crankshaft degrees outside of the normal position for 25 out of 35 engine cycles.

DTC P0016 is a Type B DTC.

DTC P0016 are Type B DTC.

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Electronic Ignition (EI) System Description

Electrical Information Reference

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

1. Start the engine.
2. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
3. Allow the engine to idle.
4. Observe the DTC information with a scan tool.

⇒	If the scan tool indicates P0016 has failed this ignition cycle, continue with the Circuit/System Testing.

⇒	If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification Test, operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records Data List.

1. Ignition OFF, inspect the engine or review the service history of the vehicle for any recent repairs involving the timing chain, camshaft, or crankshaft.

⇒	If recent repairs were made, refer to Camshaft Timing Chain and Sprocket Replacement and inspect the timing chain and sprockets for proper alignment.

2. Inspect the engine timing components. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain and Sprocket Cleaning and Inspection.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Camshaft Timing Chain and Sprocket Replacement