OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P000D B Camshaft Position Slow Response Bank 2
Exhaust camshaft phaser on bank 2 responds too slowly. Same fault pattern as P000B on the second cylinder bank.
Is it safe to drive with P000D?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyExhaust VVT solenoid clogged
- PossibleCam phaser worn
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 Exhaust Bank2, Cam Phaser Exhaust, Engine Oil
Related codes
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.