Faulty camshaft profile actuator or solenoid with an open-circuit coil on Bank 2; Damaged, chafed or corroded wiring between the actuator and the control unit; Loose, corroded or contaminated connector at the actuator or control unit; Oil leaking down the harness into the actuator connector, causing a poor connection or short; Low or poor-quality engine oil, or blocked oil passages affecting the profile control system (usually sets related performance codes, but can add to the fault); Faulty engine control unit driver circuit.

P002D

B Camshaft Profile Actuator A Control Circuit/Open Bank 2.

Generic
Powertrain
Generic code
Medium severity

How this code is built

P: SystemPowertrain
0: Defined bySAE, the same on every car
0: AreaFuel and air metering, auxiliary emission controls
2D: FaultThe specific fault in that area

What it means

P002D means the engine control unit has detected an open circuit or a control circuit fault on the 'A' camshaft profile actuator for the 'B' camshaft on Bank 2. The 'B' camshaft is usually the exhaust camshaft, but the exact layout depends on the engine. The control unit monitors the actuator's driver circuit and sets the code when the voltage or current does not match what it commanded, which suggests a broken wire, poor connection or failed actuator.

Symptoms

Engine warning light on
Reduced power or flat feel, especially at higher revs
Rough idle or uneven running
Poor fuel economy
Engine may enter limp mode with limited revs or power
Possible hesitation or hard starting

Possible causes

Faulty camshaft profile actuator or solenoid with an open-circuit coil on Bank 2likely
Damaged, chafed or corroded wiring between the actuator and the control unitlikely
Loose, corroded or contaminated connector at the actuator or control unitlikely
Oil leaking down the harness into the actuator connector, causing a poor connection or shortpossible
Low or poor-quality engine oil, or blocked oil passages affecting the profile control system (usually sets related performance codes, but can add to the fault)possible
Faulty engine control unit driver circuitrare

How to diagnose

Read all stored codes and freeze frame data to see the conditions when the fault set, and check for related camshaft or oil pressure codes
Check the engine oil level and condition, as profile control systems rely on clean oil at the correct level
Visually inspect the Bank 2 actuator, its connector and the harness for oil contamination, chafing, heat damage or corrosion
Disconnect the connector and check the pins for corrosion, spread terminals or moisture, and check the seal
Measure the actuator coil resistance and compare it with the manufacturer's specification for that engine
Check the supply and control wires for continuity, short to earth and short to supply, using the wiring diagram for the model
With the connector fitted, check that the control unit drives the actuator when commanded (a scan tool actuator test is useful if the model supports it)
Clear the code and road test to confirm whether the fault returns

How to fix

Replace the faulty Bank 2 camshaft profile actuator or solenoid if its resistance is out of specification or it is open circuit
Repair or replace damaged wiring and fit new terminals or connector sections as needed
Clean and secure the connector, replacing it if the pins or seal are damaged
Fix the source of any oil leak into the harness, and replace the contaminated harness section
Change the engine oil and filter to the correct grade and level if oil condition is a contributing factor
Diagnose and, only if proven faulty, repair or replace the control unit

Can I keep driving?

Medium severity

The car can usually be driven for a short time, but power may be reduced and the engine could go into limp mode. Get it checked soon, as running with the fault may affect performance and could cause further problems.

Guide written by AI from the code's definition. Confirm with a diagnosis before replacing parts.