Q: VVT solenoid
I have a code coming up for P0014 my mechanic has told me to replace the vvt exhaust solenoid, he also says there's a possibility that the engine light could come back on, what are the chances of this happening and why? I just had a used motor installed and worry I'm going to have one thing after another keep happening.
My car has 127943 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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