OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P000C A Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 2
Intake camshaft phaser on bank 2 responds too slowly. Same fault pattern as P000A on the second cylinder bank.
Is it safe to drive with P000C?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyVVT solenoid clogged
- PossibleLow oil pressure
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Power loss especially in mid-rpm range
- Possible rough idle or stalling
- Increased fuel consumption
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–6 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Vvt Solenoid Intake Bank2, Cam Phaser Intake, Engine Oil
Related codes
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.