OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P03EA A Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Exceeded Learning Limit
The adaptive learning offset for camshaft profile actuator A position sensor B has reached its learning limit. Long-term mechanical wear of the cam profile lock pin or oil control valve.
Is it safe to drive with P03EA?
Usually safe for short trips, but don’t ignore it: the underlying fault can get more expensive over time.
Common causes
- Most likelyLong-term wear
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
- Hard
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1.5–6 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Camshaft Position Actuator
Related codes
- P03E9A Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor A Exceeded Learning Limit
- P03EBA Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Exceeded Learning Limit
- P03E7A Camshaft Position Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit Low (Bank 1)
- P03E8A Camshaft Position Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit High (Bank 1)
- P03ECA Camshaft Profile Actuator C Control Circuit/Open (Bank 1)
- P03EDA Camshaft Profile Actuator C Control Circuit Low (Bank 1)
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.