Check Engine Code P0014?
 

I own a Chevy HHR 2.4L LT, 2011 with 30,500 miles on the clock.
Driving home from work tonight the check engine light came on and O"Reilleys identified it as P0014. The car has 39% oil life remaining. I then went shopping and lo and behold the "service airbag" warning message came on, but has since gone off.
Researching the P code at home it appears that it MAY be due to low oil level, but I haven't checked that out yet. How feasible is that possibility?
Checking out the forums here it may well be covered by the power train warranty and repaired for free? If that is the case do I just take it in to my local Chevy dealership?
I am very concerned re. the airbag warning in case it deploys whilst driving. Could the 2 cases be connected?
Thanks in advance for any replies received!

It's definitely possible. I was more than a quart low at about the same %.... Go look.

I doubt the two are related but strange thing do happen. The code p0014 is for cam b timing which could be a cam actuator problem. I would check with your dealer and check if it is under warrantee if so take it in.

They can also check the codes for the air bag system. It should have a code for the air bag in memory.

The P0014 code is one of a "family" of related codes covered in the thread linked below....

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-tutorial-library-21/camshaft-position-actuator-solenoid-valve-replacement-w-pics-p0010-11-p0013-14-a-28779/

Dirty oil, or prolonged change intervals can also cause that code family to crop uo, so an oil change should be in order.

As for the SRS light, it may be spurious, but it would be a good idea to have your dealer or qualified tech check that out.

The system detected a fault and the scan tools used by auto parts stores aren't set up to read SRS codes for various reasons mostly involving liability.

Would the airbag issue be covered under the 'bumper to bumper' warranty also?

If you still have any of the 36 month warranty period left, then yes, it would.

The airbag is not going to deploy because the warning light is on. That usually means that the SRS has been de activated.

Did you happen to have something heavy in the passenger seat?

Thanks for all your input, you have been a font of knowledge!
By means of an update and to perhaps assist fellow forum members I wish to appraise you of the following information.
Fortunately for me my vehicle is still covered by the 'bumper to bumper' warranty so it went in today to my local Chevy dealership for repair.
The P0014 code was diagnosed to be an internal malfunction in the exhaust actuator solenoid which was replaced.
The airbag issue could not be replicated in the shop and was deemed to be working correctly.
As 'donbrew' stated above it would appear that the warning message activated as a result of having a light load (a package of Keurig Vue Cups) on the passenger seat, albeit only 2 pounds in weight, but no seat belt clipped in place!
So all is well once again in my HHR land!

Spiffy!

Always nice to hear about a good outcome from a happy member.:thumb:

Hey there,

I'm sorry to hear that you experienced this concern with your vehicle. Please feel free to follow up with us regarding your dealership visit. I will be glad to document any feedback that you have. If any other assistance is needed with your HHR, feel free to contact us via private message. I look forward to hear from you!

Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care

Some of the HHR passenger seat occupancy sensors appear to be more sensitive than others.
I have a storage box that's been on my passenger seat for the past 4 years. It weighs in a 5.2 lbs with contents. It has never set off any warnings of any kind.
Maybe because I have the SS seats? Who knows.

I don't know if I can handle being correct again.

HHR Trouble In Paradise
 

I just acquired a 2007 Chevy HHR LT 2.4 and I Love it but recently the Traction control light came on along with the check engne light and it seems the only time it went off was when i turned my car off. Then service Traction comes on as well. What could it be, Advanced auto put on there code meter and found P0014 and C0561. What does this all mean????? We just changed the oil anf filter and transmission fluid and filter and changed brake pads and brake fluid and reset the system. Not sure what else to do. Its still happening. Oh we also changed all the spark plugs as well.

You found this thread ok - but now you need to read it, especially post #4, which will lead you in the right direction. The P0014 likely caused the C0561, so address the P0014 first.

and please note: the p0014 relates back to the "Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid" (or Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve in GM-speak). Do NOT confuse it with a Camshaft Position SENSOR, which autoparts stores seem to get confused over.