P0394: Camshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Intermittent — Bank 2
Do not keep driving
Expect intermittent roughness. Report the conditions under which it occurs.
What this code means
The bank 2 B camshaft signal is dropping out intermittently. This is the last assigned code in the P03xx ignition and misfire subsystem — P0395 through P0399 are unassigned.
Likely causes
Start here
- Intermittent wiring fault · moderate
- Corroded or loose connector · easy
- Faulty camshaft position sensor · moderate
Less common
- Heat damage to sensor or wiring · moderate
Symptoms
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