Crankshaft Position Camshaft Position Correlation Bank 1 Sensor ‘B’
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P0017 SAAB Possible Causes
- Dirty Oil
- Engine mechanical problems
- Faulty camshaft position sensor
- Faulty crankshaft position sensor
- Timing belt jumped
How do I fix code P0017 SAAB?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Tech Notes
- There is a factory service bulletin for the 2004-2009 Saab 97x:
- 2004-2009 Saab 97x Factory Service Bulletin OBDII Code P0017
Cost of diagnosing the P0017 SAAB code
The cost of diagnosing the P0017 SAAB code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
P0017 SAAB Description
The Camshaft Position (CMP) actuator system enables the Engine Control Module (ECM) to change the timing of the camshafts while the engine is operating. The CMP actuator solenoid signal from the ECM is pulse width modulated (PWM). The ECM control the CMP actuator solenoid duty cycle by controlling the amount of solenoid IN time. The CMP actuator solenoid controls the advance or retard of each camshaft. The CMP actuator solenoid control the oil flow that applies the pressure to advance or retard the camshafts.4
Ignition voltage is supplied directly to the CMP actuator solenoid. The ECM control the solenoid by grounding the control circuit with a solid state device called a driver. Th ECM compares the camshaft position or the camshaft angle, to the position of the crankshaft. If the ECM detects a deviation between the camshaft position target and the crankshaft position, the code will set.