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What does the P0016 code mean on a Chevy Equinox?
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The P0016 diagnostic trouble code, or DTC, appears on your Chevy Equinox when the ECU detects an inconsistent signal from the Crankshaft/Camshaft Position sensors. Possible reasons for this include a stretched timing belt, a malfunctioning cam sensor, or a faulty crank sensor. If the timing belt has stretched enough to cause a shift in timing, you may experience significant engine performance issues or the engine may not run at all. A key indicator is if the trouble code triggers but the engine operates normally, indicating a likely sensor issue. If the engine does not run or runs poorly, replacing the timing belt is necessary, which is a challenging task even for those with the required tools and expertise.
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The P0016 trouble code appears on a Chevrolet Equinox if the Crankshaft Position Sensor and the Camshaft Position Sensor are not correctly aligned by a specific number of degrees.
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