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DTC Detection Logic

NOTE: If DTC P0524 is displayed with DTC P0075 or P0081, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0075, P0081. Refer to "DTC LOGIC "
DTC DETECTING CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name Detecting condition Possible cause
P0524 Engine oil pressure too low Engine oil pressure is low because there is a gap between angle of target and phase-control angle.
  • Engine oil pressure or level too low
  • Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
  • Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
  • Intake valve control solenoid valve
  • Accumulation of debris to the signal pick-up portion of the camshaft
  • Timing chain installation
  • Foreign matter caught in the oil groove for intake valve timing control