OBD Guide

P2C13

B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor A Range/Performance Bank 1

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Problems starting the engine
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Reduced engine power

Causes

  • Camshaft position sensor malfunction
  • Damage to the wiring or sensor connector
  • Problems with the variable valve timing (VVT) system
  • Contaminated or damaged camshaft gear
  • Engine control unit (ECU) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the camshaft position sensor
  2. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  3. Clean or replace the camshaft gear if necessary
  4. Replace the camshaft position sensor if the fault is confirmed
  5. Check and, if necessary, replace the engine control unit

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