P1381 FORD Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 1

Possible causes

– Low oil level
– Cam timing improperly set
– Continuous oil flow to the Variable Camshaft Timing (VTC) piston chamber
– VCT solenoid valve stuck open
– Camshaft advance mechanism binding (VCT unit).

Symptoms

– Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

P1381 FORD OBD Code Description