What does code P1396 mean?

Q: What does code P1396 mean?

Variable Valve Timing Solenoid B Circuit. P1396 on a Jaguar means the engine control module has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for variable valve timing solenoid B, which is the solenoid that controls oil flow to one of the camshaft phasers. The computer monitors the solenoid's command signal and the resulting circuit behavior, and it sets this code when the expected current or voltage feedback does not match what it commanded.

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P1396 · JaguarVariable Valve Timing Solenoid B Circuit

P1396 on a Jaguar means the engine control module has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for variable valve timing solenoid B, which is the solenoid that controls oil flow to one of the camshaft phasers. The computer monitors the solenoid's command signal and the resulting circuit behavior, and it sets this code when the expected current or voltage feedback does not match what it commanded.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeJaguar specific

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaIgnition system and misfire

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