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PowertrainP2089

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Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1)

36 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Bank 1: the side of the engine containing cylinder 1 · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 36

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
BAIC MotorP2089Intake VVT circuit short to power BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
BMWP2089Short circuit to positive BrandPowertrain
BYDP2089Camshaft regulating valve control circuit high BrandPowertrain
CheryP2089Intake VVT circuit short to power BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2089Intake variable timing solenoid valve control failure BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2089VVT inlet air control valve circuit high BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2089'A'-kamaxelpositionsaktuatorstyrkrets hög bank 1 BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2089VVT intake control valve circuit voltage too high BrandPowertrain
GMP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2089Intake VVT short to power fault BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2089Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve Control Circuit High Voltage BrandPowertrain
HondaP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
HyundaiP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
IsuzuP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
Land RoverP2089Camshaft position actuator A - control circuit high_ bank 1 BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP2089Bank 1 Camshaft 1 Position Actuator Circuit High BrandPowertrain
MitsubishiP2089CAM.POS. actuator control HI VVT BrandPowertrain
OpelP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
PorscheP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
ProtonP2089CAM.POS. actuator control HI VVT BrandPowertrain
SaabP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1b BrandPowertrain
SmartP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
SprinterP2089A Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank 1) SAEPowertrain
SubaruP2089OCV Solenoid Valve Signal A Circuit Short BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP2089A' Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High (Bank1) BrandPowertrain
SWM MotorP2089Inlet VVT circuit short circuit to power supply BrandPowertrain
TataP2089'A' Camshaft Position Actuator Control Circuit High Bank 1 BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2089Intake variable timing solenoid valve control failure BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP2089Bank 1 camshaft A (intake) position actuator: short to plus BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P2089 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
PorscheP208900No description available Powertrain
SsangYongP208908Heating of component left O2 sensor after TWC: heating capacity is too low BrandPowertrain

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