Powertrain
generic / SAE
P2B57
Low Engine Oil Pressure - Camshaft Control Disabled
Engine oil pressure has fallen below the threshold required for hydraulic camshaft phasing. The ECM disables variable cam control to protect the actuator and lifters.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / numberB / 57
Possible causes
- Engine oil level low high
- Oil pump worn or pressure relief stuck open medium
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 50–1500 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–6 h
- Component: engine oil pressure sensor
- Component: engine oil pump
- Component: vvt actuator
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012