RED COBALT SS

I just went to Auto Zone at lunch after having a CEL for a week or so straight can anybody help me with them. i had three codes P0013 P0014 P0128 Should I be driving the car like this ? Any help would be great. Thanks

Sorry 06 SS/NA

Tcobalt421

iTrader: (14)

well last week i took my car into the dealer and it threw cdes p0014 p0013 and p0011 and those led to me having to replace my camshaft actuators and that cost about a grand, hope you dont have the same problem

RED COBALT SS

I hope not either figures I just paid the darn thing off and it only has 46,000 miles.

Chevrolet Cust Svc

What is your plan to get this looked into, RED? If I can be of any assistance (don't have access to technical information, but can look into recall/warranty issues, or help with a dealership) please let me know!
Sarah
GM Customer Service

Coblasts

Note: Try Changing the Oil and filter First
• The engine oil level and the oil pressure are critical to the correct operation of the camshaft position actuator system. Verify that the engine has the correct oil level and the correct oil pressure before continuing with this diagnostic. Refer to Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing.
• The engine oil condition has a major impact on the camshaft actuator system. Debris in the oil can interfere with the camshaft position actuator solenoid and the mechanical camshaft actuator operation. Inspect for dirty or degraded crankcase oil. The engine may require an oil change. Inquire with the customer when the last oil change was performed. You may also monitor the scan tool Engine Oil Life Remaining parameter. Advise the customer an oil change may be required.



You could also do these tests with a OHM meter to check the solenoid valves youeself!
Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.
Test for 8-12 Ω between the control terminal A and the low reference circuit terminal B of the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.
⇒ If not within the specified range, replace the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.
Test for infinite resistance between each terminal and the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve housing.
⇒ If not the specified value, replace the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve.

cobaltssdude420

I've had these codes for about a month now and I find my car drives fine. Only thing is that when my engine light does come on, the car starts a little rough and I have to rev it for a couple seconds or else it will stall out. I read that it could have something to do with my oil because last oil change about 5000 km ago, I had to use cheap synthetic oil because they had ran out of mobil1. Can anyone tell me if i'm causing any damage to my balt by driving it carefully????? thanks

exninja

iTrader: (1)

Just go do the test.

You probably won't hurt it, but you lose VVT functionality. If it's stalling out then it's probably not good for the engine. The test takes 5 minutes, and the part is $80 brand new.

jimbofug007

I've had weird issues with the vvt solenoids. I have a p0013f I'm trying to figure out


A $1000? There like 50 a piece at AutoZone, and very easy to change.

exninja

iTrader: (1)

He probably replaced the actuators rather than the solenoid valves

Efer Rite Ina P

I caught a P0128 - Engine Coolant Thermostat Reading Below. Just a couple weeks ago. You need to replace your thermostat it costs $19.99 at OReily Autoparts. Its simple, just hard to get to, took me a few attempts. Heres a good link that I used: http:// https://www.cobaltss.net/for...t-pics-288829/

If you have troubles feel free to pm me I just did it on xmas actually so its fresh in my mind. All you need is a ratchet with an 11mm socket I believe and maybe a pliers to pull the old thermostat out.