OBD-II code · Powertrain (manufacturer / generic)
P34B3 A Camshaft Position Actuator Position Sensor A Circuit High Bank 2
Cam actuator A position sensor on bank 2 signal voltage above expected range. The camshaft position sensor identifies which cylinder is on the compression stroke — without it the ECM cannot run sequential injection or coil-on-plug ignition correctly.
Is it safe to drive with P34B3?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelySignal wire open
- Less likelyConnector pins corroded - high contact resistance
- Less likelySupply wire pinched against B+ source
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
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Cam Actuator A Pos Sensor B2, Sensor Wiring
Related codes
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Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.