Camshaft Postition Actuator Solenoid Replacement (pics included) - Page 4

CavittyCreep · 09-02-2010, 09:04 AM

So several weeks back my check engine light came on and the hard shifting started. When I checked codes came back P0013, P0014 and camshaft position sensor (forgot code#) So I replaced the camshaft position sensor and that didnt resolve. This was before I read this post so my dumb self took it to my local dealer, Landers McClarty in Huntsville, AL. When their "diagnosis" was that they'd have to open the engine cover and replace the actuator itself (as opposed to the sensor) at a tune of $715 I knew I was being raped. So upon further research, including this wonderful thread, I went to parts and bought both the intake and exhaust solenoids for $100 and replaced them myself within an hour's time. What do you know!...no more hard shifting!! So I technically saved $600 (really $500 because I paid the diagnostic fee--that's my fee for being dumb decision) but the hard evidence I have about that dealer is worth a lot more than that.

But although the hard shifting is resolved, the engine is running rough primarily at low-ends in low gears. No trouble code and it seems like a fuel-air mixure or ignition issue so my next step is to change the plugs. I suspect that by running it for a bit too long with bad actuator solenoid(s) it may have gunked up the plugs & stuff. Anybody experience this side too?

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09-02-2010, 09:04 AM	#31
CavittyCreep Member Join Date: 09-15-2009 Location: Huntsville, AL Member #: 16940 Posts: 30	So several weeks back my check engine light came on and the hard shifting started. When I checked codes came back P0013, P0014 and camshaft position sensor (forgot code#) So I replaced the camshaft position sensor and that didnt resolve. This was before I read this post so my dumb self took it to my local dealer, Landers McClarty in Huntsville, AL. When their "diagnosis" was that they'd have to open the engine cover and replace the actuator itself (as opposed to the sensor) at a tune of $715 I knew I was being raped. So upon further research, including this wonderful thread, I went to parts and bought both the intake and exhaust solenoids for $100 and replaced them myself within an hour's time. What do you know!...no more hard shifting!! So I technically saved $600 (really $500 because I paid the diagnostic fee--that's my fee for being dumb decision) but the hard evidence I have about that dealer is worth a lot more than that. But although the hard shifting is resolved, the engine is running rough primarily at low-ends in low gears. No trouble code and it seems like a fuel-air mixure or ignition issue so my next step is to change the plugs. I suspect that by running it for a bit too long with bad actuator solenoid(s) it may have gunked up the plugs & stuff. Anybody experience this side too?