P2653

B Rocker Arm Actuator Control Circuit Low Bank 1

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Check Engine light comes on
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable engine idling
The engine goes into emergency mode

Causes

VVT solenoid valve malfunction
Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Poor contact in control circuit connectors
Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction
Problems with power or grounding of the circuit

How to Fix

Check the condition of the VVT solenoid valve
Check the integrity of the wiring harness and connectors
Measure resistance and voltage in the control circuit
Check the operation of the engine control unit
Replace faulty components

Related codes

P2654 P2655 P2656