P0012 code

[Scott1973]

Hi all.

Another day another problem with my rcz. Got in the car the other day and it came up with repair needed with code p0012. Took out oil pressure valve and was full of crap stopping the oil from getting through. Cleaned that off but still coming up with the same code. Also its started to smoke when idle or sitting at traffic lights when I pull away. Any suggestions what this could be and how do I get rid of the code

 

[Pedro]

P0012 "A" Camshaft position-Timing over retarded Bank 1

 

[Scott1973]

P0012 "A" Camshaft position-Timing over retarded Bank 1

Thanks for the info I'm getting the car booked in for full service so will get that changed

 

[Scott1973]

Thanks for the info I'm getting the car booked in for full service so will get that changed

Would that make the car smoke or is the turbo on the way out

 

[Scott1973]

Would that make the car smoke or is the turbo on the way out

 

[Pedro]

Running on Filthy oil spells the death knell for these engines as their direct injection firing which means if its emitting smoke & not condensate then its possible you need the valve chambers cleaning (walnut blasting) not sure Turbo could be issue its possible your wastegate may be causing probs which will also mean smoke out of the exhaust?

 

[Scott1973]

Is that an expensive job

 

[Pedro]

I believe its a lot cheaper than a new or recon engine some quotes I've seen are around £150-185 up to £250 depends who you get to do the job

 

[Scott1973]

Ok thanks I will look into it