OBD Guide

P1528

Intake Camshaft Control Circuit Bank 1 Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Unstable idling
  • Difficulty starting the engine

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • VVT solenoid valve malfunction
  • Poor contact in control circuit connectors
  • Engine control unit malfunction
  • Mechanical damage to the timing system

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the control circuit wiring harness
  2. Check resistance and operation of VVT solenoid valve
  3. Inspect and clean electrical connectors
  4. Check the power and ground of the control circuit
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

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