Error code P0010

2008 CHEVROLET COBALT

65,000 MILES

CRAIGLEABO

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I got this error code, P0010 - Camshaft Position Actuator A - Bank 1 Circuit Malfunction. What does this mean, where on my car is the problem located, and how can I go about fixing this on my own. I read where I might need to replace a solenoid, but dont know where it is.

May 19, 2013 at 2:45 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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Hello,

This happens when the camshaft actuator control vole goes out which is common here is the location so you can change it out. Also check the engine oil level and change it if you have not done so. Here is a guide to help change the oil check out the diagrams below for the valve. This guide will walk you through the steps of an oil change.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

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May 19, 2013 at 3:16 PM

SHARIQ

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Thanks for this post I had this problem and had to get a new valve for $132.00 all fixed!

Mar 11, 2019 at 11:57 AM