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P05CE

Cold Start B Camshaft Position Timing Performance Bank 1

System
Speed and idle control (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Computer and Auxiliary Controls

What it means

P05CE means Cold Start B Camshaft Position Timing Performance Bank 1.

Check these first

  • A slow camshaft position sensor on bank 1
  • Camshaft timing off on bank 1
  • A VVT solenoid that reacts late
  • Low oil pressure on a cold start
  • A stretched timing chain

What to do next

  1. Monitor bank 1 cam timing on a scan tool during a cold start
  2. Check the oil level and pressure
  3. Test the camshaft position sensor
  4. Test the bank 1 VVT solenoid
  5. Inspect the timing chain on bank 1
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.