Powertrain
generic / SAE
P03EC
A Camshaft Profile Actuator C Control Circuit/Open (Bank 1)
The drive circuit for cam profile actuator A in position C on bank 1 is open. Three-stage cam profile systems use a separate control valve per profile position.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number3 / EC
Possible causes
- Solenoid winding open high
- Pin pushed back out of connector body low
- Cracked solder joint inside the module or sensor 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: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 120–800 €
- Estimated time: 0.7–3 h
- Component: camshaft position actuator
- Component: oil control valve
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
Sources
References
sae:J2012