ME9 / P0018 00
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Symptom: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Intake Camshaft Bank 2, Misaligned to Crankshaft

Fault symptom
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
On-board diagnosis
Type of diagnosis:
Enable criteria:
Engine temperature between 0°C and 95°C. |
Calculated oil temperature below 120°C. |
After engine start but before dynamic cam angle adjustment is activated, the angle deviation between the camshaft position sensors and crankshaft position sensor is adapted. |
No fault on the camshaft position sensor or solenoid. |
Fault criteria:
The adapted value corresponds to the chain poorly meshed at min. one tooth for the relevant camshaft. |
Diagnostic help
Diagnosis regards:
Poorly fitted timing chain, popped chain, worn-out chain. |
Functions in the diagnostic tool related to the fault:
• | Requested Intake Cam Angle Bank 2 |
• | Deviation from Requested Intake Cam Angle Bank 2 |
• | Intake Cam Angle Solenoid Bank 2 |
(See also description of readings/activations in diagnostic tool) |