Yes Another P0016 Thread
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From: Jax Fl.
Yes Another P0016 Thread
2005 SXT 132K 2.0. The engine light was on when I purchased and after the timing belt change. I reset the codes (P0016) many times. Here is what I have seen (some obvious):
-NO cruise when code is active.
-When codes are reset the time varies when it returns, majority of time right away. Until then cruise works. No hesitation @3K+ RPM
-AC compressor is noisy when code is active.
-Idle is smoother and compressor is quiet when inactive.
Replaced CMP, CKP, and Mag a couple times. Checked wiring. Have not changed the reluctor ring. Hesitant to go that far as they say it will be noisy. I dont know what that is supposed to sound like and I have not come across a video or audio clip. As mentioned above the car is noisy when the code is tripped. Theoretically if the ring is bad it would be noisy all the time (assuming). Other than that the car runs great and still getting 26mpg.
-NO cruise when code is active.
-When codes are reset the time varies when it returns, majority of time right away. Until then cruise works. No hesitation @3K+ RPM
-AC compressor is noisy when code is active.
-Idle is smoother and compressor is quiet when inactive.
Replaced CMP, CKP, and Mag a couple times. Checked wiring. Have not changed the reluctor ring. Hesitant to go that far as they say it will be noisy. I dont know what that is supposed to sound like and I have not come across a video or audio clip. As mentioned above the car is noisy when the code is tripped. Theoretically if the ring is bad it would be noisy all the time (assuming). Other than that the car runs great and still getting 26mpg.
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Good idea to have opened a new thread, so you get replies just for your problem. I see you Still don't have any replies, even after opening this new thread, so will see if I can get things started.
If you have a scan tool, or can borrow, or come by one, like the inexpensive but powerful ELM327 & running a good diagnostic software on the viewing device of your choice, or a self contained scan tool with a built in display that can put up live sensor PID's on its viewing screen, have it put up the Cam Sensor wave form when its running ok & when its acting out & setting the P0016 code. Also have it scan for other trouble code clues in case you have more than one problem & post All code Numbers you've seen, or now have, as they can provide good trouble shooting clues on where best to look next.
Have you put the cam sensor, its electrical connector pins / sockets & wiring on the suspect list??? It's a common problem part, so deserves a thump, wiggle test & electrical connector pin / socket & wiring inspection, all the way back to the ECM, to see if you can find any wiring or pin-socket corrosion, loose fit, wiring crimp, or strand damage that would make it intermittently act out, or stop acting out..
If its been replaced when the timing belt was & is a Dorman brand cam sensor, it still belongs on the suspect list, as many vehicle forum users have had short lives, or problems right out of the box with this brand, so its not recommended. OEM Chrysler, or BWD are known to be of good quality & are reliable. Some beginning thoughts for consideration, let us know what you find.
If you have a scan tool, or can borrow, or come by one, like the inexpensive but powerful ELM327 & running a good diagnostic software on the viewing device of your choice, or a self contained scan tool with a built in display that can put up live sensor PID's on its viewing screen, have it put up the Cam Sensor wave form when its running ok & when its acting out & setting the P0016 code. Also have it scan for other trouble code clues in case you have more than one problem & post All code Numbers you've seen, or now have, as they can provide good trouble shooting clues on where best to look next.
Have you put the cam sensor, its electrical connector pins / sockets & wiring on the suspect list??? It's a common problem part, so deserves a thump, wiggle test & electrical connector pin / socket & wiring inspection, all the way back to the ECM, to see if you can find any wiring or pin-socket corrosion, loose fit, wiring crimp, or strand damage that would make it intermittently act out, or stop acting out..
If its been replaced when the timing belt was & is a Dorman brand cam sensor, it still belongs on the suspect list, as many vehicle forum users have had short lives, or problems right out of the box with this brand, so its not recommended. OEM Chrysler, or BWD are known to be of good quality & are reliable. Some beginning thoughts for consideration, let us know what you find.