P0014 on Renault
Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing - Over-Advanced (Bank 1)
P0014 on Renault vehicles indicates exhaust camshaft position timing - over-advanced (bank 1). Au7o has documented this code across 1 Renault model — most commonly on Koleos. P0014 means the exhaust camshaft on bank 1 is timed too far advanced — the variable valve timing (VVT) system has moved the cam beyond the position the computer commanded, or it's stuck in an over-advanced position. The engine uses VVT to rotate the camshaft and optimize valve timing for power, economy, and emissions; the computer compares the commanded cam position to the actual reading from the cam sensor and flags this code when they don't agree. Common results are rough idle, reduced power, poor fuel economy, or a rattle at start-up. Oil flow and the VVT actuator are the usual suspects. Typical repair costs on Renault range from $600 to $3,000, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0014
- •Low or dirty engine oil restricting VVT operation
- •Stuck or failed camshaft oil control valve (VVT solenoid)
- •Clogged VVT solenoid screen or oil passages
- •Faulty camshaft phaser/actuator
- •Wiring or connector fault at the oil control valve
- •Stretched timing chain or jumped timing
- •Camshaft position sensor fault giving incorrect reading
P0014 on Renault by Model
Renault Koleos(1 issue)
- 2.5 petrol (QR25DE/2TR) timing chain stretch and oil consumption2008-2015
The first-generation 2.5-litre petrol Koleos uses the Renault 2TR engine, essentially the Nissan QR25DE. After roughly 100,000-150,000 km many owners experience excessive oil consumption (worn piston rings) and timing chain stretch, often signalled by a rattle on cold start. Delayed oil changes or incorrect oil viscosity accelerate wear of the chain tensioner and guides.
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What does P0014 mean on Renault?▼
P0014 stands for "Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing - Over-Advanced (Bank 1)." P0014 means the exhaust camshaft on bank 1 is timed too far advanced — the variable valve timing (VVT) system has moved the cam beyond the position the computer commanded, or it's stuck in an over-advanced position. The engine uses VVT to rotate the camshaft and optimize valve timing for power, economy, and emissions; the computer compares the commanded cam position to the actual reading from the cam sensor and flags this code when they don't agree. Common results are rough idle, reduced power, poor fuel economy, or a rattle at start-up. Oil flow and the VVT actuator are the usual suspects. On Renault specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0014 on Renault vehicles?▼
Common causes on Renault: Low or dirty engine oil restricting VVT operation, Stuck or failed camshaft oil control valve (VVT solenoid), Clogged VVT solenoid screen or oil passages, Faulty camshaft phaser/actuator, Wiring or connector fault at the oil control valve. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0014 on a Renault?▼
Repair costs on Renault range from $600 to $3,000, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Renault models have P0014 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0014 on 1 Renault model: Koleos.