Powertrain
generic / SAE
P003C
A Camshaft Profile Actuator A Control Performance/Stuck Off Bank 1
The intake cam profile actuator (profile A, bank 1) does not engage when commanded — stays in low-lift profile. Often hydraulic pin sticking or low oil pressure.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number– / 3C
Possible causes
- Oil control valve stuck high
- Low oil pressure medium
- Carbon or debris buildup preventing free movement low
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Power loss especially in mid-rpm range
- Possible rough idle or stalling
- Increased fuel consumption
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–1000 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–5 h
- Component: cam profile actuator
- Component: oil control valve
- Component: engine oil
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
- drive cycle required
Sources
References
sae:J2012