High severity
P0018Misfire in the Second Cylinder Bank (Bank 2)
Part
Camshaft Chain Tensioner
Part price
$75
At a workshop
$300
You save
$225
How to read code P0018
P
System
Powertrain (engine and transmission)
0
Code type
Generic code (SAE / OBD-II)
0
Subsystem
General system / auxiliary measurement
18
Fault number
Specific fault within the subsystem
Symptoms
- A V6 or V8 engine is running unevenly
- Reduced throttle response
- Engine enters a fault mode
Possible causes
- Tensioner for the second cylinder bank camshaft chain has stretched
- Damaged tensioner
- Contaminated oil passages supplying pressure to the camshaft phaser
Diagnostic steps
- 1Connect the scanner and check the camshaft timing offsets on both cylinder banks
- 2Check the engine oil pressure
- 3Inspect the camshaft phaser lock on the engine blocks
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Frequently asked questions about P0018
What does code P0018 mean?
P0018: Misfire in the Second Cylinder Bank (Bank 2).
What are the symptoms of code P0018?
A V6 or V8 engine is running unevenly; Reduced throttle response; Engine enters a fault mode.
What causes code P0018?
Tensioner for the second cylinder bank camshaft chain has stretched; Damaged tensioner; Contaminated oil passages supplying pressure to the camshaft phaser.
Can I drive with code P0018?
LIMP MODE – You may drive carefully to the nearest workshop only.
How much does it cost to fix code P0018?
The part (Camshaft Chain Tensioner) costs about $75, and a mechanic’s labour about $225.
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