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DTC P0011 [L3]: Notes

DTC P0011 (L3) DETECTION CONDITION & POSSIBLE CAUSES

DTC P0011 CMP Timing over-advanced
DETECTION CONDITION 
  • The actual valve timing is over-advanced by 15° from the target valve timing when the OCV is controlled in the maximum valve timing retard condition.

    Monitoring condition 

    • Engine speed is below 4,000 rpm 
    • Engine coolant temperature is 70-110°C {158-230°F} 

Diagnostic support note 
  • This is a continuous monitor (CCM).
  • MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition in two consecutive drive cycles or in one drive cycle while the DTC for the same malfunction has been stored in the PCM.
  • PENDING CODE is available if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition during the first drive cycle.
  • FREEZE FRAME DATA is available.
  • The DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Oil control valve (OCV) malfunction
  • Spool valve in OCV is stuck in advance position
  • Variable valve timing actuator is stuck in advance position
  • Loose timing chain or improper valve timing due to timing chain slippage
  • PCM malfunction