P001E

A Camshaft Profile Actuator A Control Circuit Low Bank 2

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Deterioration in acceleration dynamics
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable idle
Check Engine light comes on

Causes

VVT solenoid malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Poor contact in connectors
Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
Mechanical problems with the VVT mechanism

How to Fix

Check wiring harness and connectors for damage
Check VVT solenoid resistance
Check for breaks or short circuits in the circuit
Replace VVT solenoid if necessary
Check the operation of the VVT mechanism
If necessary, reflash or replace the engine control unit

Related codes

P001A P001B P001C P001D