P002F
B Camshaft Profile Actuator A Control Circuit High Bank 2
Variable valve lift
Generic OBD-II
High
What it means
P002F means the ECM detected high voltage in the control circuit for bank 2's "B" camshaft profile actuator — the solenoid that switches valve-lift profiles. The high reading points to a wiring short to voltage or an open circuit rather than a timing-sensor fault, so the engine loses profile switching and may feel flat on power but still starts and runs.
High
Can I keep driving? Usually yes — the engine still starts and drives, but loses valve-lift switching on bank 2, so expect weaker high-rpm power and slightly rough running.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check-engine light on
- Reduced power, especially at higher rpm
- Rough running under load
- Decreased fuel economy
Common causes
Most likely first
- Short to voltage, or an open, in the profile actuator control wiringLikely
- Failed camshaft profile actuator solenoidCommon
- Corroded or loose connector at the actuatorCommon
- Faulty PCM/ECM (rare)Less often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Read freeze-frame data and confirm the code.
- Inspect the actuator wiring for shorts to voltage or opens.
- Measure the actuator solenoid resistance and check the connector.
- Repair the wiring or replace the actuator.
- Clear and retest; consider the ECM only if the circuit checks good.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P002F?+
It's drivable — you've mainly lost bank 2 valve-lift switching, so power is down but the car stays controllable. Repair it rather than assuming it's harmless.
Can I just clear P002F?+
The circuit fault re-triggers the code quickly; fix the wiring or actuator first.
Related codes
Often seen with P002F
Read & clear P002F 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