2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC P0011: Notes

DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE (DTC P0011)

DTC P0011 CMP timing over-advanced
DETECTION CONDITION 
  • The actual valve timing is over-advanced by 15°  from the target valve timing for specified period when the oil control valve (OCV) is controlled in the maximum valve timing retard condition.

    Monitoring condition 

    • Engine coolant temperature is above 63°C {145.4°F} 
Diagnostic support note 
  • This is a continuous monitor (CCM).
  • The MIL illuminates if the PCM detects the above malfunction condition during the first drive cycle.
  • PENDING CODE is available it the PCM detects the above malfunction condition.
  • FREEZE FRAME DATA is available.
  • The DTC is stored in the PCM memory.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • OCV malfunction
  • Spool valve in OCV is stuck in advanced position
  • Variable valve timing actuator is stuck in advanced position
  • Loose timing chain or improper valve timing due to timing chain slippage
  • PCM malfunction
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