P002E
B Camshaft Profile Actuator A Control Circuit Low Bank 2
Variable valve timing
Generic OBD-II
High
What it means
P002E is an electrical fault: the ECM sees low voltage (a short to ground or open) in the control circuit for the bank 2 "B" camshaft-profile actuator — the solenoid that switches valve lift or cam profile. It's a wiring or solenoid problem, not a timing-chain fault. The engine usually still runs, but the affected actuator may be stuck, dulling performance until the circuit is repaired.
High
Can I keep driving? Usually drivable, but the affected cam-profile actuator may be stuck, so expect reduced power or rough running under some conditions; fix it before performance worsens.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check-engine light on
- Reduced power or flat top-end response
- Rough or slightly uneven running
- In many cases, no strong symptom beyond the stored code
Common causes
Most likely first
- Short to ground or open in the bank 2 'B' cam-profile actuator control circuitLikely
- Failed cam-profile (valve-lift) actuator solenoidCommon
- Corroded, loose, or damaged connector at the actuatorCommon
- Chafed or pinched wiring in the control circuitLess often
- Faulty ECM output driver (rare)Less often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Read freeze-frame data and confirm which bank/actuator the code names.
- Inspect the actuator connector and wiring for corrosion, damage, or a loose pin.
- Measure the actuator solenoid's resistance and compare to spec — an out-of-range or open coil confirms a bad solenoid.
- Check the control wire for a short to ground or an open back to the ECM.
- Replace the cam-profile actuator solenoid if it fails the resistance test.
- Clear the code and re-test; suspect the ECM driver only after wiring and solenoid check out.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P002E?+
Generally yes for short-term driving — this is an electrical circuit fault, not a timing-belt failure. The cam profile may be locked in one mode, so power can suffer; fix it soon.
Can I just clear P002E?+
It returns as soon as the ECM re-tests the circuit unless the wiring or solenoid fault is repaired.
Related codes
Often seen with P002E
Read & clear P002E yourself
Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.
✓ Verified name — SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6Guidance reviewed by OBD DashX