OBD Guide

P266C

A Rocker Arm Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$39–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power
  • Rough engine idling
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Gear shifting problems (if the system affects the transmission)

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Malfunction of the rocker actuator position sensor
  • Problems with the actuator solenoid valve
  • Mechanical failure of the rocker arm actuator
  • Engine ECU malfunction (rare)

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor circuit (wire harness, connectors)
  2. Test the resistance and signal of the actuator position sensor
  3. Check the operation of the actuator solenoid valve
  4. Inspect the mechanical part of the rocker arm actuator for damage
  5. If necessary, replace the sensor or rocker arm actuator

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