OBD Guide

P1111

Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve Circuit Bank 1

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine idling
  • The engine goes into emergency mode

Causes

  • VVT solenoid valve malfunction
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Engine control unit malfunction
  • VVT System Mechanical Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the VVT solenoid valve
  2. Check the integrity of the control circuit and connectors
  3. Check power and ground circuit
  4. If necessary, replace the solenoid valve
  5. Reset the error and check the system operation

Related codes

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