What does code P266C mean?

Q: What does code P266C mean?

A Rocker Arm Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2. P266C indicates that the powertrain control module has detected a low-voltage condition on the signal circuit of the rocker arm actuator position sensor for bank 2. This sensor reports the actual position of the variable valve timing rocker arm actuator, and a low signal means the circuit is shorted to ground or the sensor output has dropped below the expected range.

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P266CA Rocker Arm Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Low Bank 2

P266C indicates that the powertrain control module has detected a low-voltage condition on the signal circuit of the rocker arm actuator position sensor for bank 2. This sensor reports the actual position of the variable valve timing rocker arm actuator, and a low signal means the circuit is shorted to ground or the sensor output has dropped below the expected range.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaComputer and output circuits

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