P2B41

A Camshaft Position Actuator Position Sensor B 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
Problems starting the engine

Causes

Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Camshaft position sensor malfunction
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Wiring Harness Problems
Malfunction of the engine control unit (rare)

How to Fix

Check the integrity of the sensor circuit
Check the sensor connections and connector for corrosion and damage.
Check resistance and sensor signal
If necessary, replace the camshaft position sensor
Reset the fault code and check if it returns

Related codes

P2B40 P2B42 P0011