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Diagnostic reference · P2C1C

P2C1C

B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit Low Bank 1

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

What it means

P2C1C means B Camshaft Profile Actuator Position Sensor C Circuit Low Bank 1.

Where it lives

For P2C1C, the sensor sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of P2C1C puts it on bank 1.

Check these first

  • A short to ground on the camshaft profile actuator position sensor C signal
  • A position sensor C with failed internal resistance
  • Oil contamination at the position sensor C connector
  • A chafed sensor C harness on the B actuator

What to do next

  1. Read camshaft profile actuator position sensor C on a scan tool
  2. Disconnect sensor C and watch the low reading clear
  3. Test the sensor C signal wire for a short to ground
  4. Inspect the sensor C harness for chafing
  5. Replace position sensor C 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.