OBD Guide

P1522

Camshaft Position Control Bank 2 Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable engine operation at idle
  • The engine does not develop full power

Causes

  • VVT solenoid valve malfunction
  • Mechanical damage to the phase regulator
  • Low engine oil level or pressure
  • VVT oil passages are dirty
  • Problems with wiring or contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the level and condition of the engine oil
  2. Diagnose VVT solenoid valve
  3. Check the oil pressure in the system
  4. Inspect the condition of the phase regulator and VVT gear
  5. Check the integrity of wiring and contacts

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