OBD Guide
ENFRDEESPT

P0075

Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Bank 1

P0075 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Bank 1. Common causes: faulty intake valve control solenoid, open or short circuit in solenoid wiring. Estimated repair cost: $56–167.

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine idling
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Difficulty starting the engine
  • Check Engine Light Illuminated
  • Rough engine operation when accelerating
  • Engine knocking in some operating modes

Causes

  • Faulty intake valve control solenoid
  • Open or short circuit in solenoid wiring
  • Solenoid clogged with engine oil contaminants
  • Low engine oil pressure
  • Using poor quality or contaminated oil
  • Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
  • Oxidation or corrosion of connector contacts
  • Mechanical failure of the solenoid itself

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and quality of the engine oil, replace if necessary
  2. Read error codes and analyze scanner data
  3. Visually inspect the solenoid wiring and connectors for damage.
  4. Check the solenoid resistance with a multimeter (should be within specification)
  5. Check the supply voltage to the solenoid with the engine running
  6. Remove and clean the solenoid from dirt, check its functionality
  7. If necessary, replace the solenoid with a new original one.
  8. Check and, if necessary, repair wiring
  9. Clear error codes and test drive to see if the problem is resolved

Related codes

P0076P0077P0078P0010P0011P0020P0021

Error P0075 by Vehicle Brand

AcuraAudiBAICBMWBYDBuickCadillacChanganCheryChevroletChryslerCitroenDodgeDongfengExeedFAWFordForthingFotonGACGMGMCGeelyGreat WallHavalHondaHongqiHyundaiInfinitiJACJaecooJaguarJeepJetourKaiyiKiaLadaLexusLi AutoLifanLincolnLivanMazdaMercedes-BenzMercuryMitsubishiNIONissanOldsmobileOmodaOpelPeugeotPlymouthPontiacRenaultSWMSaturnSkodaSkywellSubaruSuzukiTankToyotaVolkswagenVolvoVoyahXPengZeekrZotye

FAQ

What does the P0075 code mean?

P0075 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Bank 1

What causes a P0075 error code?

The most common causes of P0075 include: Faulty intake valve control solenoid; Open or short circuit in solenoid wiring; Solenoid clogged with engine oil contaminants; Low engine oil pressure.

How do I fix a P0075 diagnostic trouble code?

To fix P0075: Check the level and quality of the engine oil, replace if necessary. Read error codes and analyze scanner data. Visually inspect the solenoid wiring and connectors for damage.. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with P0075?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

How much does it cost to fix P0075?

The estimated repair cost for P0075 is $56–167. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

FRDEESPT

See also: Russian version · NationStat