P2B36

A Camshaft Profile Actuator B Control Circuit/Open Bank 2

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

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

Causes

Open or short circuit in the actuator wiring harness
VVT solenoid valve malfunction
Problems with the camshaft profile actuator itself
Engine control unit malfunction
Poor contact in control circuit connectors

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the actuator
Check resistance and operation of VVT solenoid valve
Inspect connectors for oxidation or damage
Check power and ground in the control circuit
If necessary, replace the camshaft profile actuator

Related codes

P2B37 P2B38 P0016