P0020 “A” Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 2)
OBD-II Trouble Code Technical Description
"B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 2)
What does that mean?
This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is a generic powertrain code, which means that it applies to OBD-II equipped vehicles, including but not limited to Toyota, VW, Ford, Dodge, Honda, Chevrolet, Hyundai, Audi, Acura, etc.
A P0020 code refers to the VVT (variable valve timing) or VCT (variable camshaft timing) components and the car’s PCM (powertrain control module) or ECM (engine control module). VVT is a technology used in the engine to allow it to get greater power or efficiency at different running points.
That consists of an oil control valve (OCV), also called a solenoid valve and other components. Basically the check engine light and associated P0020 trouble code means that the voltage in the circuit has fallen below a set limit for a specific amount of time (varies by make/model/engine). Bank 2 is the side of the engine that doesn’t contain cylinder #1.
Note: This DTC is nearly identical to P0010
Symptoms
Causes
A code P0020 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
Possible Solutions
Some recommended troubleshooting and repair steps are:
Other camshaft DTC codes: P0010 – P0011 – P0012 – P0021 – P0022
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"Delete Error Code Permanently, Disable DTC Error Code Function for p0020 in the ECU"
In extreme cases, we even have the option to permanently remove the specific DTC p0020 and disable the function of the specific error code in the ECU. All other fault code functions will then continue to work to protect the engine. This is different from clearing an error code with a diagnostic device. We have the option to permanently remove the function of the specific error code, so that it never comes back. Also emergency running that occurs on the specific error code can be solved in most cases.
Of course we prefer to first try to solve the cause of the error code, but sometimes the only solution is to permanently disable the DTC function of p0020.
