OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2C17 B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Range/Performance Bank 1
The position sensor B of camshaft profile actuator on the exhaust side of bank 1 reports a range/performance condition. Cam profile selection feedback cannot be measured reliably.
Is it safe to drive with P2C17?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelySensor offset drifted
- PossibleActuator mechanism worn
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
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
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 1–4 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- B Camshaft Profile Actuator Pos Sensor B B1, Wiring Harness, Ecm
Related codes
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- P2C0EA Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Range/Performance Bank 1
- P2C13B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor A Range/Performance Bank 1
- P2C1BB Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Range/Performance Bank 1
- P2C14B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor A Circuit Low Bank 1
- P2C15B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor A Circuit High Bank 1
- P2C16B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit Bank 1
- P2C18B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit Low Bank 1
- P2C19B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit High Bank 1
- P2C1AB Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit Bank 1
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.