P34B9
B Camshaft Position Actuator Temperature Sensor Range/Performance Bank 2
What it means
P34B9 means B Camshaft Position Actuator Temperature Sensor Range/Performance Bank 2.
Where it lives
For P34B9, start at the sensor the description names. The description of P34B9 puts it on bank 2.
Check these first
- A bank 2 B sensor reading outside its expected range
- A contaminated or slow responding bank 2 B sensing element
- A bank 2 B sensor that disagrees with bank 1
- A corroded connector skewing the bank 2 B signal
What to do next
- Read the bank 2 B actuator temperature sensor value on a scan tool
- Compare the bank 2 B reading to bank 1 on a cold and warm engine
- Inspect the bank 2 B sensor for oil or coolant contamination
- Check the bank 2 B sensor connector and wiring for faults
- Replace the bank 2 B actuator temperature sensor if the range stays off
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.