P2B3D

B Camshaft Profile Actuator B Control Circuit Low Bank 2

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

The Check Engine light comes on
Reduced engine power
Increased fuel consumption
Unstable operation at idle
The engine may go into emergency mode

Causes

Open or short circuit in the actuator control circuit
VVT solenoid valve malfunction
Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
Low voltage in the on-board network
Malfunction of the valve timing actuator itself

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the actuator control circuit
Check the condition of connectors and contacts
Test VVT solenoid valve
Check the operation of the timing actuator
Scan the system for other related trouble codes

Related codes

P2B3C P2B3E P2B3F