Description
OBD-II Trouble Code Description for P0021 Jeep
“A” Camshaft Position – Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 2)
What does this mean?
OBD2 Code P0021 Jeep definition:
A code P0021 Jeep definition:the VVT (variable valve timing) or VCT (variable camshaft timing) components and the car’s PCM (powertrain control module, also called an ECM). That consists of a few different components but the P0021 Jeep DTC specifically definition:the camshaft (cam) timing. In this case, if the cam timing is above a set limit (over-advanced), the engine light will be illluminated and the code will be set. The “A” camshaft is either the intake, left, or front camshaft. A P0021 Jeep engine code is basically the same as a P0011 Jeep code, except this is for Bank 2, not Bank 1.
Symptoms
Possible sumptoms of OBD code P0021 Jeep
Most likely a P0021 Jeep DTC will result in one of the following: hard starting, poor idle, and/or stalling. There are potentially other symptoms as well. Of course, when trouble codes are set, the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp, a.k.a. the check engine light) illuminates.
Causes
Possible causes of OBD code P0021 Jeep
A P0021 Jeep DTC trouble code may be caused by one or more of the following:
Possible Solutions
This DTC code is a result of a mechanical fault of the VCT unit or related components, so there is no need for electrical diagnosis. Refer to vehicle specific repair manual to perform component tests for the VCT unit. Notes: Dealer techs have advanced tools and the ability to follow detailed troubleshooting steps, including the ability to test components using a scan tool.
The OBD2 Code Information Be Applicable For Jeep:
,2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab,2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary,2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk,2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Altitude,2012 Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition,2012 Jeep Wrangler Dragon Concept,2012 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty MW3,2012 Jeep Wrangler Arctic,2012 Jeep Wrangler,2012 Jeep Liberty Arctic,2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8,2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Concept,2011 Jeep Wrangler Mojave,2011 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty Black Ops,2011 Jeep Wrangler,2011 Jeep Patriot,2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee UK Version,2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee,2011 Jeep Compass,2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV,2009 Jeep Patriot EV,2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited UK Version,2008 Jeep Wrangler UK Version,2008 Jeep Renegade Concept,2008 Jeep Patriot Back Country Concept,2008 Jeep Liberty,2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee S-Limited UK Version,2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland UK Version,2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee,2008 Jeep EV Concept,2008 Jeep Cherokee,2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited,2007 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon,2007 Jeep Trailhawk Concept,2007 Jeep Patriot UK Version,2007 Jeep Patriot,2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee UK Version,2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 UK Version,2007 Jeep Compass UK Version,2007 Jeep Compass,2007 Jeep Commander UK Version,2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8,2006 Jeep Commander 4×4 Limited 5.7 HEMI,2005 Jeep Wrangler UK Version,2005 Jeep Patriot Concept,2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade 3.7,2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Limited,2005 Jeep Hurricane Concept,2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7 Limited,2005 Jeep Gladiator Concept,2005 Jeep Compass Concept,2005 Jeep Cherokee UK Version,2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited,2004 Jeep Rescue Concept,2003 Jeep Treo Concept,2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee UK Version,2003 Jeep Cherokee UK Version,2003 Jeep Cherokee Renegade,2002 Jeep Willys2 Concept
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