Engine code
P0017: Crankshaft and exhaust camshaft not lining up (bank 1)
How much to fix P0017? Typically $1,125–$2,550.
How this range is built
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts | $250 | $700 |
| Labor: 8 to 12 hours × $110 to $150 an hour | $880 | $1,800 |
| Fees: shop supplies, disposal, diagnostics | $10 | $40 |
| Total, rounded | $1,125 | $2,550 |
The hourly rate is the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 average pay for this trade in the US, $27.13 an hour, times 4 to 5.5 to cover what a shop bills (overhead, tools, insurance, profit). Parts are a band from budget aftermarket to the manufacturer part. Full method.
Not a repair shop, estimates only. Typical range, estimate. Not a quote. Your car, parts and shop change the number.
This is the range for the most common fix, timing chain replacement. Which repair your car needs depends on a proper diagnosis.
Here the computer is comparing the crankshaft sensor to the exhaust camshaft sensor on the cylinder 1 side, and the two do not agree. Either the exhaust cam has slipped a little from where it should be, or one of the two sensors is reading wrong.
- Safe to drive?
- Short trips only
- Most common cause
- Stretched timing chain
Short, gentle drives only; stop if there is a rattle, rough running or a stall.
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What you may notice
- Hard starting
- Rough idle
- Reduced power
- Rattle on startup
Common causes, most likely first
- Stretched timing chain
- Failing camshaft position sensor
- Bad crankshaft sensor
- Worn tensioner
- Phaser or solenoid fault
Check this first
Ask the shop to test both sensors and check the oil level and color before anything else. Oil that is low or black can stop the cam phaser from moving, and that can mimic a timing problem.
Other repairs that sometimes fix P0017
| Repair | Typical range, US |
|---|---|
| Camshaft position sensor replacement | $100 to $340 |
| Timing belt replacement | $460 to $1,550 |
| VVT solenoid / cam phaser repair | $180 to $1,225 |
Before you pay
- Ask the shop what test showed this part is the cause, not just that the code appeared.
- Ask for parts and labor listed separately, and for the hours.
- Ask for a written OK before any extra work. Many states require written authorization before repairs.
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P0017 questions
What do these correlation codes mean?
They mean the two position sensors disagree. That might be a real shift in timing from a stretched chain, or it might be just a worn sensor. A shop can tell the two apart with a few simple tests.
Will the car stall?
It might, especially if the sensor signal drops out while you drive. Short trips on local roads are lower risk than highways until a shop reads the live data and checks the timing.
How much is timing work?
Timing work is among the larger engine repairs because much of the front of the engine has to be opened up. Get a written estimate with parts and labor hours listed, and ask if sensor tests came first.
How much does it cost to fix P0017?
The most common fix, timing chain replacement, has a typical range of $1,125 to $2,550 across the US. It is an estimate built from parts prices and local labor wages, not a quote. Your car and shop change it.
Typical range in 10 metro areas
Only the labor rate changes between cities. Same parts, same hours.
| Area | Typical range, estimate |
|---|---|
| Boston area, Massachusetts | $1,250 to $2,850 |
| New York City area | $1,200 to $2,725 |
| Los Angeles area, California | $1,200 to $2,800 |
| Chicago area, Illinois | $1,175 to $2,600 |
| Houston area, Texas | $1,100 to $2,500 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth area, Texas | $1,100 to $2,500 |
| Phoenix area, Arizona | $1,125 to $2,550 |
| Atlanta area, Georgia | $1,175 to $2,600 |
| Miami area, Florida | $1,100 to $2,550 |
| Seattle area, Washington | $1,250 to $2,800 |
Related codes
- P0016: Crankshaft and camshaft not lining up (bank 1)
- P0014: Exhaust camshaft timing too far advanced (bank 1)
- P0335: Crankshaft position sensor circuit fault
- P0340: Camshaft position sensor circuit fault
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