Why does my Mazda CX 7 have a p0012 code?

Why does my Mazda CX 7 have a p0012 code?

If there was an electrical issue with the actuator solenoid or its circuit you would see codes P2088 or P2089. If it only acts up after driving other potential causes are wear in the camshaft bearings allowing a cross feed of the oil flow and loss of the camshaft actuator. It could also be due to loss of oil pressure due to wear or sludging.

What is the cel code for a Mazda CX7?

I have a 2009 CX7 with 95,000 KLMs. It runs great and I am quite happy with it. However, I am getting an intermittent CEL with a code of P0012. I know that is the variable valve timing actuator. The CEL comes on once a week or so for a day and then resets itself.

Why does my Mazda CX 7 not start after driving?

If it only acts up after driving other potential causes are wear in the camshaft bearings allowing a cross feed of the oil flow and loss of the camshaft actuator. It could also be due to loss of oil pressure due to wear or sludging. Top techs use advanced testing techniques to troubleshoot systems like this.

What does a camshaft on a Mazda mean?

That consists of a few different components but the P0012 Mazda DTC specifically definition:the camshaft (cam) timing. In this case, if the cam timing is over-retarded, the engine light will be illluminated and the code will be set. The “A” camshaft is either the intake, left, or front camshaft.

Which is the a camshaft on a Mazda p0012?

The “A” camshaft is either the intake, left, or front camshaft. Most likely a P0012 Mazda DTC will result in one of the following: P0012 Mazda 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.

Which is the correct code for a Mazda check engine light?

1 Refer to our Generic OBD II code list for definitions on all other Mazda diagnostic trouble codes. 2 Manufacturer Specific Codes 3 P1000 4 P1001 5 P1100 6 P1101 7 P1102 8 P1103 9 P1110 10 P1112 11 P1113 12 P1114 13 P1116 14 P1117 15 P1120 16 P1121 17 P1122 18 P1123 19 P1124 20 P1125

That consists of a few different components but the P0012 Mazda DTC specifically definition:the camshaft (cam) timing. In this case, if the cam timing is over-retarded, the engine light will be illluminated and the code will be set. The “A” camshaft is either the intake, left, or front camshaft.

What is the trouble code on a Mazda 3?

Follow scan tool manufacturer’s operating instructions to access the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s). Remember, these are manufacturer specific codes only. Refer to our Generic OBD II code list for definitions on all other Mazda diagnostic trouble codes. Manufacturer Specific Codes P1000OBD II Monitor Testing Not Completed