The camshaft position actuator system enables the engine control module (ECM) to change the timing of the
camshafts while the engine is operating. The camshaft position actuator solenoid valve signal from the ECM is
pulse width modulated (PWM). The ECM controls the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve duty cycle by
controlling the amount of solenoid valve On time. The camshaft position actuator solenoid valve controls the
advance or the retard of each camshaft. The camshaft position actuator solenoid valve controls the oil flow that
applies the pressure to advance or retard the camshafts.
The ECM controls the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve by suppling a 12 V pulse width modulated (PWM)
signal. The ECM supplies a ground to the low reference circuit.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The ignition voltage is greater than 11 V.
The ECM has commanded the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve On.
The DTCs run continuously once the above conditions are met.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects that the commanded state of the driver and the actual state of the control circuit do not match for
greater than 5 s.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTCs P0010, P0013 and P2088 - P2091 are type B DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTCs P0010, P0013 and P2088 - P2091 are type B DTCs.
Diagnostic Aids
If the condition is intermittent, move the related harnesses and connectors, with the engine operating, while
monitoring the scan tool Circuit Test Status parameters for the component. The Circuit Test Status parameters
change from OK or Not Run to Malfunction if there is a condition with the circuit or a connection.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Engine Controls Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views
Component View Reference
Powertrain Component Views
Description and Operation
Camshaft Actuator System Description
Electrical Information Reference
Circuit Testing
Connector Repairs
Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
Wiring Repairs