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Diagnostic reference · P2C18

P2C18

B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit Low Bank 1

System
Powertrain control (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Fuel/Air Metering

What it means

P2C18 means B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor B Circuit Low Bank 1.

Where it lives

For P2C18, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P2C18 puts it on bank 1.

Check these first

  • A short to ground on the camshaft profile actuator position sensor B signal
  • A position sensor B that lost internal resistance
  • Oil at the position sensor B connector
  • A pinched sensor B harness

What to do next

  1. Read camshaft profile actuator position sensor B on a scan tool
  2. Disconnect sensor B and see if the low reading clears
  3. Test the sensor B signal wire for a short to ground
  4. Inspect the sensor B harness for pinches
  5. Replace position sensor B if the circuit tests good
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.