P0014 on Kia: How to Diagnose & Fix
"B" (Exhaust) Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)
1 Kia model · 1 documented issue · $150-$450 repair
P0014 on Kia by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
P0011 indicates the Bank 1 intake camshaft is over-advanced — the CVVT phaser is stuck or the ECM cannot control it. On the Sorento's Theta II 2.4L GDI (and Lambda V6), the overwhelming cause is a failing intake-side Oil Control Valve (OCV/VVT solenoid) that sticks open or closed, often because it is clogged with sludge from dirty or over-consumed oil, or has failed electrically (spec resistance roughly 6.9-7.9 ohms). Because the OCV depends on clean oil pressure, low oil level and extended oil-change intervals accelerate the failure. The related code P0014 (Bank 1 exhaust over-advanced) and, on the V6, the Bank 2 codes P0022/P0024 often appear on the same engine family.
Common Symptoms
- check engine light on
- rough idle
- hesitation or slight power loss
- occasional hard start
- minor drop in fuel economy
How to Fix
Test the Bank 1 intake OCV resistance and, as a quick DIY check on the V6, swap it with the identical Bank 2 intake OCV to see if the fault follows. Replace the failed OCV — OEM Kia is recommended, as owners report aftermarket solenoids failing quickly — and it is wise to replace intake and exhaust solenoids together. Confirm correct oil level and use the specified oil; clean sludged oil-passage screens. Verify the cam phaser if a new OCV does not clear it.
What you need to fix it
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- Genuine Kia 24355-2G000 intake oil-flow-control valveOEMKia 24355-2G000
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Sources for this issue (3)
P0014 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0014 mean on a Kia?
P0014 stands for ""B" (Exhaust) Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)." P0014 means the exhaust camshaft on bank 1 is timed too far advanced — the variable valve timing (VVT) system has moved the cam beyond the position the computer commanded, or it's stuck in an over-advanced position. The engine uses VVT to rotate the camshaft and optimize valve timing for power, economy, and emissions; the computer compares the commanded cam position to the actual reading from the cam sensor and flags this code when they don't agree. Common results are rough idle, reduced power, poor fuel economy, or a rattle at start-up. Oil flow and the VVT actuator are the usual suspects. On Kia it is documented across 1 model: Sorento.
What are the most common causes of P0014?
The most common causes of P0014 are: Low or dirty engine oil restricting VVT operation, Stuck or failed camshaft oil control valve (VVT solenoid), Clogged VVT solenoid screen or oil passages, Faulty camshaft phaser/actuator, Wiring or connector fault at the oil control valve, Stretched timing chain or jumped timing, Camshaft position sensor fault giving incorrect reading. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0014 on a Kia?
Published repair estimates on Kia range from $150 to $450 depending on the model and root cause. If an issue mentions a recall or campaign, check your VIN with the manufacturer or NHTSA and confirm eligibility and coverage with a dealer.
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