Captiva Camshaft Solenoids P0010 P0013 DIY Guide

[@madamsticky2704]

You are a life saver my friend! Thank you so much 💓 keep doing this for the little people out there just trying to make it ❤️

[@MiracleMAX]

Glad I could help! Thanks for your feedback! 😉😊

[@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage]

Well done mate, another happy customer 👌👍😁

[@MiracleMAX]

Cheers Mate!

[@nigelwebber1472]

Hi MM, good to see the inside of the phaser and how it works. Thanks for the vid.

[@MiracleMAX]

Glad you got some use out of the video Nigel. 😉

[@SuperStevce]

Similar thing happened to me. Always had my car serviced and this came up. The service people told me to ignore it as it was oil build up on some part that had brushes. I decided to check the car and the oil was pitched black along with the oil filter, I could not even turn the drain plug as it was rounded. Spewing you are in NSW and not Victoria. Now I can try fix the problem. Thanks for the video will let you know how I go.

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey SuperStevce, I hear this sort of misdiagnosis regularly. Frustrating! Hopefully this video will be enough of a guide to help you through the process. Would love to help out if I could. Probably a little too far to travel.....😂 Look forward to hearing of your repair. MiracleMAX

[@fatsolutions]

Thanks

[@MiracleMAX]

You are welcome Alden Clarke and thank you kindly 😉

[@clivezeederberg2782]

Thanks for your wonderful presentation, much appreciated

[@MiracleMAX]

You are welcome. Glad you got something from the video 😉

[@Grunter123]

Nice one Mark, well explained thankyou. Got one coming in today.

[@MiracleMAX]

Glad it helped. Hope your repair goes well.

[@thomasperry313]

Good stuff, and you present everything in entertaining fashion. Cheers! Question: I don't believe you disconnected a battery lead. If I don't disconnect, and we have a bad solenoid(s), does it leave bad data in the computer? I was planning to clean the MAF and throttle body while I'm in there. My son's inherited a 2013 Captiva (USA) and we had a code that lasted for 2 days and went away. He commented that it "chugged" leaving a couple stop signs at slow speed. Many thanks again, and God bless ya for helping the DIY-ers like me.

[@MiracleMAX]

To remove sensors etc, you don't need to disconnect the battery. Just make sure the ignition is not turned on. I usually disconnect the battery when I remove ECUs.

[@Neverfeardaveshere]

I am exspecting both exhaust and intake solenoids to fix my grand daughters 2014 Captiva

[@MiracleMAX]

Did you have the same fault codes?

[@mariadick3503]

Awesome explanation of what my dealership hadn't done. thank you. What scan tool would you recommend?

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Maria, Thanks for your comment. Buying a scan tool depends on your requirements, Some DIYers are happy with a basic scan tool @ $400, others like myself, deal with scan tools @ $9,500

[@MarkGraham-i5m]

Well done Max, thanks for the info

[@MiracleMAX]

Glad it was helpful! 😉

[@MrConspark]

Dollar sign stuck on the dash! LOL love your entertaining video content

[@MiracleMAX]

Thanks MrConspark, I aim to please! 😁👍

[@robertomcgreeny7916]

Legend Max! Quality content!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@MiracleMAX]

Thanks heaps 😊

[@ErniBotha]

Fantastic clip mate. Thanks heaps👍

[@MiracleMAX]

You are welcome. I hope it helped 👍

[@srJonyOliveira]

Perfect! i had the same problem, my question is. what can be those peaces of metal? tks

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Jonathan, This engine did suffer from early timing chain failure. That could be one possible source of the particles of metal.

[@DAllanR]

Great service!

[@MiracleMAX]

Thanks! I'm glad you found the video helpful. 😊

[@patgar1956]

Hi Max ...thanks for the video...wandering why my ECOTEC Cover is full of oil???. Thanks

[@MiracleMAX]

These do suffer from the PCV valve failure which is part of the rocker cover. This of course is just a suggestion.

[@jonhampton1087]

Vary good enforcement information. Thank you sir .

[@MiracleMAX]

Most welcome

[@shahiedwyngaard3883]

thanks.very informative and satisfying to wacth

[@MiracleMAX]

Glad you enjoyed it shahied wyngaard , I appreciate your comment. 😁👍

[@brettswart4368]

Thank you very much. Very informative.

[@MiracleMAX]

You are welcome!

[@m4gician]

You have a link for the part numbers or source for those solenoid valves?

[@MiracleMAX]

I bought mine from the local parts supplier. The numbers were VT101, VT102, but I suggest that you check that they suit your vehicle.

[@m4gician]

@@MiracleMAX got the same one. No torque specs for anything? Figure just hand tight ish on reassembly?

[@MiracleMAX]

@@m4gician Sorry, I don't have those specs.

[@jcdragon77]

Great Work mate.

[@MiracleMAX]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@deepdeep1231]

Awesome video mate! My wifes aunt has a Captiva throwing the same codes currently so going to go and do a resistance check on those solenoids this weekend. I have also had a mate who is in the trade who states that it also effects the timing chain? Is it worth inspecting aswell while im there? And if it came to it, are there special tools required for a timing chain replacement on these? Im a certifited tech with Mazdas and almost everything with those require "special tools" so want to know before i go jumping in the deep end with something a bit un familiar. Cheers! Josh

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Josh, I haven't personally done chains on one of these, but they are a common fault. If I remember correctly, this one had only done 90,000 kms when the chains needed to be done. You could do a cam/crank correlation to see if the chain has stretched. Looking up service info for special tools states: Camshaft adjuster holding tool - No.EN-48953. Flywheel/drive plate holding tool - No.EN-43653. Tensioner plunger resetting tool - No.EN-45027.

[@PaulSmith-vi8px]

Great video! I got p0010 and p0011. So I guess I would need replace intake camshaft position actuator. Would you recommend to replace exhaust one as well, even though scan didn't show p0013 and p0014? Thanks heaps!

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Paul, It depends on why the solenoid has failed. As in the case of the Captiva I worked on, most likely metal shavings from a previously replaced timing chain may have made the situation worse. As shown in the video, check the resistances and compare with the specifications. Let us know how you go with the repair! 😉👍

[@PaulSmith-vi8px]

Many thanks Max

[@matthewdodman9569]

great video, same car but the P0017 code even after a timing chain replacement - any experience with this?

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Matthew, Have you checked the operation of the camshaft sensors like shown in the video? Are the desired and actual degree readings shown in live data on the scan tool the same? Has the oil been regularly replaced with the correct grade? If you look in the description, there is a link to detailed Captiva information. gmtis.ntweb.ru/tis/en/documents_2011/captiva/SM-C140/92229001.EN.html#4711 Hopefully that gives you a good diagnostic direction.

[@DAllanR]

Could you please give us the brand and model of your OBDII scanner you are using? Or suggest us model for buying?

[@MiracleMAX]

The one I used in this video is a GScan 3 and another one I am using currently is an Autel Maxisys Utlra.

[@haydenthomas1760]

Would the Engine light relating to this shut the AC Off? I have an intermittent Engine light with these codes as they haven't been cleared since replacing the solenoids. The light comes on and the temp gauge drops to 0 as well as cutting A/C. When I initially changed the solenoids this issue stopped for maybe 2 months. I have also tested the thermostat and replace the Temp Sensor.

[@MiracleMAX]

Why have the codes not been cleared? Are there any other codes present? The temp gauge you are referring to - is that the engine temp gauge? Are there any other instrument cluster faults that appear at the same time? Are there any instrument cluster fault codes? Are all connections in good condition with terminal retention been checked? Are all earth points in good condition?

[@haydenthomas1760]

@ the codes haven’t been cleared as I got it scanned at Supercheap Auto and then carried the repairs out myself (which worked for about 2 months) I haven’t taken it back yet. Yes I am referring to the engine temp sensor. I initially thought it was wiring related as sometimes it just decides to work and power cycling the car does not have any effect on its operation

[@MiracleMAX]

@@haydenthomas1760 If you do not have access to a scan tool, I suggest that this issue should be checked out by a workshop, possibly an auto electrician. Let me know how you go. 👍

[@AsifShaikh-cs1xc]

In Captiva 2012 model. Does bad camshaft sensors give vibration to the engine and the car?

[@MiracleMAX]

Difficult to say. What fault codes do you have and what testing have you done so far? Does it happen at idle, higher RPM or only when the vehicle is driving?

[@ziaziaei5614]

Thank you very much. Very clear. Can u do one for the diesel engine pls?

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Zia Ziaei, I don't believe the diesels use variable valve timing. There are very few diesels that use this system. The main reasons for that are: Most diesels are almost turbo diesels and have good volumetric efficiency They are slow revolving engine compared to petrol. So there is enough time for air to enter in the cylinder and exhaust gas to leave the cylinder. Power produced by diesel engine is always equal to amount of fuel injected ( remember no throttle valve for diesel engine ) Diesel engine is a lean burn engine ,ie it always runs with having excess air than required for complete combustion. Hence there is not need to add more air to produce than extra amount of BHP. I hope that helps MiracleMAX

[@arthurstone9840]

Hi ya Max, I have couple of questions for you, hope you can help. - The exhaust solenoid is stuck, I tried to wiggle and pull it at the same time. Not moving in the upwards direction. I was thinking of running an engine oil flush to hopefully remove some deposits, what is your thoughts? - The inlet solenoid came out as you showed no problem, when I looked in the hole it came from I found a small spring ( fine wire , not very strong ) and collet. It doesn’t look like it belongs there, any ideas? I’d like to be able to send a photo. Thanks for the video, helped me out so far. Unlike the mechanic’s the car has been to. Any help would be greatly appreciated. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Arthur, Has the vehicle been serviced regularly? It either sounds like a build up of carbon or perhaps metal as shown in the video. You could use a slide hammer to remove the solenoid. You could send a photo in an Email to me at [e-mail]

[@lloydchikada3115]

Thank u soooooo much max

[@MiracleMAX]

Glad you found the video helpful. 👍

[@Adventure_all_the_way]

i have the 2014 captiva and did the same as recommended but me engine light is still on , can it take a while to go ?

[@MiracleMAX]

What fault codes are showing?

[@tanielabaya8045]

Good day. I have got thr Chevy Captiva and having the same check lights on. Can you tell me where this Exhsust and Intake valve can be ordered?

[@MiracleMAX]

What testing have you done to prove the solenoids are faulty? You can get them off Ebay or genuine at the dealer

[@blackace4423]

Hello, which one is for the P0013 fault code? Thank you!

[@MiracleMAX]

P0013 is a code relating to the exhaust side, P0010 relates to the intake side

[@connormorris2297]

This code came up in my mates car which cranks over but doesnt fire would this cause this issue ?

[@MiracleMAX]

Have you tested the cam & crank sensors as well as the cam solenoids?

[@connormorris2297]

@MiracleMAX the code is p0013

[@MiracleMAX]

@@connormorris2297 So what tests have you carried out?

[@connormorris2297]

@MiracleMAX nothing really yet I've only plugged scanner in and it came up with that p0013 code, car cranks but doesnt fire over I'm wondering if it's those 2 solenoids that would cause that issue ?

[@MiracleMAX]

@@connormorris2297 Does it have spark and pulse at the injectors?

[@tucka1234]

Hi what part number was the grey(intake)?

[@MiracleMAX]

Honestly, I don't remember. Just ring your local parts store and ask them what part number the intake solenoid is

[@andrewellerbock4852]

Having same issue however with a 3.0ltr - the setup is completely different - any advice on a 3.0ltr?

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Andrew, I am unfamiliar with the 3lt. How are they different? How many wires do they have? I can't seem to find an image location on Google.

[@sittipornchimyindee]

thank you very much

[@MiracleMAX]

You are welcome 😁

[@liang2512]

Do you not disconnect the battery when replacing these?

[@MiracleMAX]

There is no need. Just make sure the ignition is turned off.

[@khajask8113]

Hi...captiva 2010 or 2011(petrol) which is good and relaible..?

[@MiracleMAX]

I wouldn't recommend the Captiva. It has too many issues.

[@deondallinger3592]

Max. Can I please ask where you are based? and do you have a video on a VW Golk mk5 rough cold start issue. D.

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Deon, I'm in NSW and sorry, no video on the Golf. What are the symptoms? Are there any fault codes stored?

[@deondallinger3592]

@@MiracleMAX thanks for getting back to me. Love your videos. 07 VW Golf MkV. Not aware of any codes (mechanic didn't tell me) cold or warm engine, key in, wait for glow plug light to go out and turn key. Engine rough start, engine shakes,

[@deondallinger3592]

Engine shakes, sounds like it's not cracking over. It was doing it, I replaces the battery and it was good for 6 months and it's doing it again..

[@MiracleMAX]

@@deondallinger3592 Does the engine smooth out when warm? When the engine is hot, does it start easier? If this is the case, the glow plugs could be an issue. How many kilometres has the engine done? Is it serviced regularly? Although not the same vehicle, this might give you some testing procedures that could help you diagnose the fault. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXW9hqhobK6rqpo&ab_channel=MiracleMAX

[@MiracleMAX]

@@deondallinger3592 What is the voltage at the battery when cranking? Does it start easier if you use a jumper battery? Have you done any voltage drop testing at the starter motor? Here is a video explaining the testing technique. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnmykGyQl9FkrLc&ab_channel=MiracleMAX

[@80Y_N_B]

Привет, а где эти соленоиды расположены на Каптива 2013год двигатель 3,0л? У меня иногда выходит ошибка p0017

[@MiracleMAX]

They appear to be at the front of the engine just below the rocker covers

[@80Y_N_B]

@@MiracleMAX спасибо, посмотрю в ближайшее время и напишу ответ

[@jacksonlyle8300]

Hi mate do you know why 2010 captiva would vibrate or sound like it's labouring when accelerating only in low rpm?

[@MiracleMAX]

That's a quite a broad question. Is the engine petrol or diesel? Does it sound smooth at idle? Is it automatic? Is it 4WD? Does it change when going around corners? Hot or cold? Does it have any fault codes? Has the driveline been checked?

[@damostv4167]

Hey just wondering do u know p0796 (pressure control solenoid c performance/stuck off) captiva 2013 How to fix this code? Thank u 😊

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey CamosTV, Do you have a scan tool with live data and bi-directional actuations? You would start by checking if you can activate the solenoid using the scan tool. Then you would check the resistance of the solenoid and compare with the other solenoids. Generally they will be similar. If you do replace the solenoid, it's not a bad idea to replace the wiring in the transmission if is located inside the trans, within the oil. Let us know how you go with your repair. 👍😁

[@Steve-e1v]

See if you can solve this problem.. holden captiva cg series 2 2011.. car starts, but will not turn off after removing the key.. changed the starter relay and fuse.. replaced the run/ crnk both.. in the ignition there is 2 connections coming off it only.. pull both .. but the car still doesn't stop running.. so what is the problem? 😅

[@MiracleMAX]

Well Steve, sounds like you have a live one here! I can only provide suggestions, according to what you have provided. These have several known problems, including a starter cable fault australiancar.reviews/_pdfs/Holden-Captiva-ServiceBulletin-14003A.pdf Yes, I know that is not your issue, but worth keeping in mind. There has been a lot of mice damage lately, so look for any little nibbles on any of the wiring to point in the right direction. When it is running, is the alternator charging correctly? Is there any AC ripple that might have created damage? The PCM must be getting power from somewhere. Is this petrol or diesel? What fault codes are present? Have you removed the fuse box and looked for damage underneath? Are ALL the relays operating correctly? Is there a main relay to the PCM that is permanently latched? Let us know what you find! 🤔😉

[@hayqueporter3884]

Wait a min... U just showed metal peices and u go and blow compressed air down the chamber.. That seems abit of a huh moment.. 🤔.. I would have stopped and dropped the oil all out and opened the pan to take a full look.. Just to be safe cause now if I didn't I'm sure the same process would happen all over again.. Just my thoughts.. 😔

[@MiracleMAX]

Hey Hayque Porter, Fair comment. Although not shown in the video, I carried out a service, which included oil and filter, which were carefully examined. Also note, that I mentioned that her son previously did a timing chain, so some of that metal may have come from the guides. I also noted on the customer's invoice that it would require further investigation - their vehicle, their choice. This is mentioned in the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmS9eKOiich4l6c I agree with your suggestions, but ultimately, it is the customers decision. Thanks for your comment.

[@jonhampton1087]

Question will these codes cause the starter not to engage?

[@MiracleMAX]

No, that is a different issue