OBD Guide

P3497

Cylinder Deactivation System Bank 2

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Vibrations at idle
  • Reduced engine power
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates

Causes

  • Malfunction of cylinder deactivation solenoids
  • Problems with the hydraulic deactivation system
  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Mechanical wear of system components
  • ECU software error

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the deactivation solenoids
  2. Diagnose the hydraulic system
  3. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  4. Update ECU firmware if necessary
  5. Replace faulty system components

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