P018F Fiat Freemont Diagnostic Trouble Code
P018F Fiat Freemont code definition:
P018F is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic P-Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code for Fiat Freemont.
P018F Fiat Freemont is triggered when the bank 1 camshaft position sensor doesn't match the signal from the crankshaft position sensor. So if the problem persists despite of your diagnosis, then you should never hesitate to take your vehicle to your dealer or to a qualified mechanic.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a P018F Fiat Freemont diagnostic trouble code may include:
- Cherry red hot catalytic converter
- Poor acceleration
- The light may stay on or light intermittently as the DPF regenerates. The engine will be sluggish on acceleration.
- Reduction in engine performance, especially at low RPM levels
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Possible Causes :
- A faulty oxygen sensor. This will set a code in itself, however, a faulty oxygen sensor does not automatically condemn the sensor. The code just means that the sensor signal was not within specifications. An air leak or any of the above will cause an erroneous signal. There is a multitude of O2 codes relating to O2 performance which gives a clue to the problematic area.
- Some aftermarket accessories and performance modifications
- An air leak forward of the DPF will change the sensor readings resulting in the code
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Common Misdiagnoses
- Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit Performance Problem
- TP Sensor Learn Not Complete Problem
- Low Coolant Circuit Problem
- Cruise Control System - Vehicle Accel Too High Problem
- Kick-Down Switch Failed Short Problem
Repair Processes :
With the valve disconnected, the red voltmeter lead should be attached to the IMRC valve power wire and the black voltmeter lead connected to ground.
Now, clear the codes and test-drive the vehicle to see if the code is reset.
Look at the plug wires to make sure they are not burnt or laying on the exhaust.
Process Tips
Diagnostic trouble code P018F Fiat Freemont is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.
Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before P018F Fiat Freemont.
Fortunately, P018F Fiat Freemont is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.
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