High severity
P0024Premature Exhaust Cam Phase - Camshaft (Bank 2)
Part
Variable Camshaft Phase Wheel
Part price
$150
At a workshop
$275
You save
$125
How to read code P0024
P
System
Powertrain (engine and transmission)
0
Code type
Generic code (SAE / OBD-II)
0
Subsystem
General system / auxiliary measurement
24
Fault number
Specific fault within the subsystem
Symptoms
- Uneven idle after start
- Thumpy engine idle
- Engine in limp home mode
Possible causes
- Oil-soaked cam phaser
- Hydraulic cam phaser damage
- Old, carbonized engine oil
Diagnostic steps
- 1Flush the system and replace oil with a new filter
- 2Check the cam phaser response to computer command
- 3Inspect the oil filter condition
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Frequently asked questions about P0024
What does code P0024 mean?
P0024: Premature Exhaust Cam Phase - Camshaft (Bank 2).
What are the symptoms of code P0024?
Uneven idle after start; Thumpy engine idle; Engine in limp home mode.
What causes code P0024?
Oil-soaked cam phaser; Hydraulic cam phaser damage; Old, carbonized engine oil.
Can I drive with code P0024?
LIMP MODE – You may drive carefully to the nearest workshop only.
How much does it cost to fix code P0024?
The part (Variable Camshaft Phase Wheel) costs about $150, and a mechanic’s labour about $125.
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