P0016 on Renault
Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation - Bank 1 Sensor A
P0016 on Renault vehicles indicates crankshaft/camshaft position correlation - bank 1 sensor a. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Renault model — most commonly on Captur. P0016 means the engine computer found that the crankshaft and camshaft position sensors on Bank 1 (Sensor A) are not lining up the way they should — the timing 'correlation' between them is out of range. These two sensors tell the computer where the pistons and valves are so it can time fuel injection and spark precisely. When their signals don't agree within tolerance, the computer sets this code. It generally indicates an engine timing issue, which may be a worn timing chain, a sticking variable valve timing component, or a sensor problem, and can cause rough running, hard starting, or potential engine damage if ignored. Typical repair costs on Renault range from $900 to $1,900, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0016
- •Stretched timing chain or worn timing components (guides/tensioner)
- •Faulty camshaft position sensor or crankshaft position sensor
- •Stuck or faulty variable valve timing (VVT/VCT) actuator or solenoid
- •Low or dirty engine oil affecting the VVT actuator
- •Clogged oil control valve or restricted oil passages
- •Timing chain/belt installed one tooth off after service
- •Damaged reluctor/tone ring on the crankshaft or camshaft
- •Wiring or connector faults at the position sensors
P0016 on Renault by Model
Renault Captur(1 issue)
- 0.9/1.2 TCe Timing Chain Premature Stretch and Tensioner/Guide Failure2013-2019
Both the 0.9 TCe 90 (H4Bt) and 1.2 TCe 120 (H5Ft) petrol engines use a nominally 'lifetime' timing chain that in practice can stretch prematurely from around 80,000-100,000 km, with weak tensioners and plastic guides that crack or snap. A contributing root cause is the small oil jet that lubricates the chain, which clogs with soot when oil changes are stretched, accelerating chain and sprocket wear. Owners on UK forums report rattles followed by snapped guides and slipped chains, which can leave the car a non-starter or cause valve damage.
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What does P0016 mean on Renault?▼
P0016 stands for "Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation - Bank 1 Sensor A." P0016 means the engine computer found that the crankshaft and camshaft position sensors on Bank 1 (Sensor A) are not lining up the way they should — the timing 'correlation' between them is out of range. These two sensors tell the computer where the pistons and valves are so it can time fuel injection and spark precisely. When their signals don't agree within tolerance, the computer sets this code. It generally indicates an engine timing issue, which may be a worn timing chain, a sticking variable valve timing component, or a sensor problem, and can cause rough running, hard starting, or potential engine damage if ignored. On Renault specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0016 on Renault vehicles?▼
Common causes on Renault: Stretched timing chain or worn timing components (guides/tensioner), Faulty camshaft position sensor or crankshaft position sensor, Stuck or faulty variable valve timing (VVT/VCT) actuator or solenoid, Low or dirty engine oil affecting the VVT actuator, Clogged oil control valve or restricted oil passages. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0016 on a Renault?▼
Repair costs on Renault range from $900 to $1,900, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Renault models have P0016 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0016 on 1 Renault model: Captur.