P0017 on Peugeot: How to Diagnose & Fix
Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation - Bank 1 Sensor B
4 Peugeot models · 4 documented issues · 4 critical · $600-$2,000 repair
P0017 on Peugeot by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
The Prince-family EP6 engine suffers from premature timing chain tensioner failure, causing chain slack and potential valve-to-piston contact. Prince engines built before November 2011 used a tensioner seal ring that was too soft, and the tensioner went through four revised designs.
Common Symptoms
- Rattling noise on cold start
- Check engine light
- Rough idle
- Reduced power
How to Fix
Replace the timing chain, tensioner, and guides with the updated revision parts. Ensure correct oil specification (0W-30) is used to maintain hydraulic tensioner pressure.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- GTCK047F EP3/EP6 timing-chain kit with gears
Confirm VIN, exact engine suffix, production split, cam gears/VVT hubs and all required one-time-use hardware.
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Sources for this issue (2)
The RCZ shares the EP6 timing chain tensioner weakness with other PSA/BMW Prince engine applications. The hydraulic tensioner loses pressure, allowing chain slack that causes timing skip and valve damage in severe cases.
Common Symptoms
- Cold start rattle
- Check engine light
- Rough running
- Metallic noise from timing cover
How to Fix
Replace the timing chain, tensioner, guides, and sprockets with the latest revision parts. Maintain strict oil change intervals with the correct 0W-30 specification oil.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- FAI TCK118VVT EP6CDT-family timing-chain kit with gears
Peugeot RCZ 1.6 THP only when the exact engine code/OE matches the seller's TCK118VVT applications and 0816.H9/9822827180/V861831780. Do not use for an unmatched EP6CDTX or RCZ R EP6CDTR.
- TK227A EP6CDTX / EP6CDTR timing-chain and oil-pump-chain kit
Confirm VIN, engine code, build/engine-number split, included hubs/gears and current OE supersession.
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Sources for this issue (3)
The PSA/BMW co-developed 1.6 'Prince' engine (EP6 VTi and EP6DT/EP6CDT THP) in the 308 I and early 308 II suffers well-documented timing chain stretch, often before 100,000 km. The original chain was too narrow for the load and the hydraulic tensioner bleeds down overnight, producing the characteristic 'death rattle' on cold start; left unaddressed the chain can skip teeth, throwing valve timing out and risking severe valve/piston damage. PSA revised the chain, tensioner and guides (brown-to-white PVC guides) around 2012-2013, and extended oil-change intervals are a known aggravating factor.
Common Symptoms
- Metallic rattle for a few seconds on cold start
- Constant chain rattle at idle once stretch worsens
- Engine management light with cam/crank correlation faults
- Rough idle and hesitation
- Loss of power or limp mode
How to Fix
Replace the timing chain kit (chain, tensioner, guides, sprockets) with the latest revised parts as soon as rattle or cam/crank correlation faults appear — roughly $800-2,000 at an independent specialist. Shorten oil change intervals to about 6,000 miles/10,000 km with the correct low-SAPS 5W-30 to slow wear.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- FAI TCK118VVT 144-link EP6DT-family timing-chain kit with gears
Peugeot 308 1.6 THP where the exact engine is a listed 5FE/5FM/5FV or other supported EP6DT-family code and OE 0816.H9/9822827180/V861831780 matches.
- FAI TCK129VVT 138-link EP6/EP6C VTi timing-chain kit with gears
Not the turbo 144-link EP6DT branch; confirm OCVs and all hardware.
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Sources for this issue (7)
- EP6C & EP6DT Timing Chain - Euro Car Care blogarticle
- 308 1.6 VTi Prince Timing Chain - Peugeot Forumsforum
- Timing Chain issues - Peugeot Forumsforum
- Peugeot 308 T7 1.6 THP Reliability - Problems & Costs (CarChecker)article
- [Solved] Peugeot 308 1.6 THP - Timing Chain Synchronization Error at 58K Miles (Elektroda)forum
- All you need to know about the PSA Prince Engine: N12, N13, N14, N18, EP3, EP6 - BG Automotivearticle
- Solving rattling noise problem on Peugeot and Mini Cooper EP6 engine - nomaallim.comarticle
First-generation 3008s with the PSA/BMW Prince 1.6 petrol engines (turbo THP 156 and naturally aspirated VTi 120) suffer premature timing chain stretch caused by a soft original chain and a tensioner that is starved of oil, aggravated by the engine's aggressive variable valve timing. A stretched chain rattles on cold start and can jump or break, putting the engine out of synchronization and risking valve-to-piston contact and full engine failure. Peugeot issued revised chain and tensioner parts and a TSB, and forum-documented failures occurred well under 60,000 miles.
Common Symptoms
- Metallic rattle from the engine on cold start
- Engine management light with timing/synchronization fault
- Rough running or loss of power
- Engine cranks but won't start (chain jumped)
- Whirring/grinding noise from the timing cover
How to Fix
Replace the timing chain kit (chain, tensioner, guides, sprockets) with the latest revised parts as soon as cold-start rattle or cam/crank correlation codes appear. Frequent oil changes with the correct grade slow chain wear; some owners obtained goodwill or warranty repairs from Peugeot UK under the in-force TSB.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- FAI TCK118VVT 144-link EP6DT-family timing-chain kit with gears
Peugeot 3008 1.6 THP turbo only where VIN/engine code matches the seller's 5FE/5FM/5FV or applicable listed EP6DT-family code and OE 0816.H9/9822827180/V861831780.
- FAI TCK129VVT 138-link EP6/EP6C VTi timing-chain kit with gears
Not the turbo 144-link EP6DT branch; confirm OCV requirements and all hardware.
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Sources for this issue (3)
- Peugeot 3008 Problems & Reliability Issues — CarsGuide (premature timing chain wear, four chain designs, concentrated pre-2011)article
- 308 1.6 VTi Prince Timing Chain — Peugeot Forums (same Prince engine; THP worse, VTi affected to lesser extent)forum
- Solving rattling noise problem on Peugeot and Mini Cooper EP6 engine — nomaallim.com (tensioner replacement procedure)article
P0017 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 P0017 mean on a Peugeot?
P0017 stands for "Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Correlation - Bank 1 Sensor B." This code means the engine computer has detected that the crankshaft and the Bank 1 'B' camshaft (typically the exhaust camshaft) are out of their proper timing relationship with each other. The computer compares the crankshaft position signal to the camshaft position signal, and when they don't line up within the allowed window, it sets this correlation code. This usually points to mechanical timing being off, most often from a stretched or worn timing chain, a slipped or stuck variable valve timing phaser, or a tensioner problem. You may notice rough running, low power, rattling at startup, or a no-start, and it should be addressed promptly to avoid valve-to-piston contact on some engines. On Peugeot it is documented across 4 models: 207, RCZ, 308, 3008.
What are the most common causes of P0017?
The most common causes of P0017 are: Stretched or worn timing chain, Worn or failed timing chain tensioner or guides, Stuck or faulty variable valve timing (VVT) cam phaser, Faulty VVT oil control/solenoid valve, Low or dirty engine oil affecting phaser operation, Faulty camshaft or crankshaft position sensor, Timing chain jumped a tooth or incorrect timing after service, Damaged reluctor (tone) ring. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0017 on a Peugeot?
Published repair estimates on Peugeot range from $600 to $2,000 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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