P0010 HONDA - Variable Control Timing Oil Control Solenoid Valve Malfunction


What causes the P0010 code?

  • Dirty Oil - Low engine oil level
  • Valve Timing Control (VTC) open or shorted circuit. 
  • Valve Timing Control (VTC) electrical connector 
  • Faulty Valve Timing Control (VTC) 
  • Damaged ECM

Possible symptoms of P0010

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light) 
  • Lack/Loss of power 
  • Engine rough idle

P0010 Honda Description


The Engine Control Module (ECM) optimizes the valve timing using the Valve Timing Control (VTC). The ECM sends a target duty cycle control signal to the VTC. This control signal regulates the oil pressure supplied to the VTC. The VTC can advance or retard the engine timing.