What does code P1565 mean?

Q: What does code P1565 mean?

B Camshaft Position Actuator Control Open Circuit Bank 1. P1565 on a BMW indicates that the engine control module (DME) has detected an open circuit in the electrical path for the bank 1 B camshaft position actuator, which is the variable valve timing solenoid responsible for adjusting the intake camshaft on that bank. The DME commands a duty cycle to move the actuator, but the circuit shows infinite resistance or no current flow, so the camshaft stays in its default position and the DME logs this fault.

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P1565 · BMWB Camshaft Position Actuator Control Open Circuit Bank 1

P1565 on a BMW indicates that the engine control module (DME) has detected an open circuit in the electrical path for the bank 1 B camshaft position actuator, which is the variable valve timing solenoid responsible for adjusting the intake camshaft on that bank. The DME commands a duty cycle to move the actuator, but the circuit shows infinite resistance or no current flow, so the camshaft stays in its default position and the DME logs this fault.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeBMW specific

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaVehicle speed, idle control and auxiliary inputs

Guidance is general and written for BMW vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.