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P0013: "B" Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 1)
What it means
The bank 1 exhaust camshaft timing solenoid circuit has an electrical fault (open or short).
Severity: Medium The exhaust cam sits in its default position, so expect lower efficiency and possible rough idle.
Common causes
- Failed exhaust VVT solenoid
- Damaged solenoid connector
- Wiring short or open
- ECU driver fault (rare)
Most common causes first. Exact causes vary by make, model and engine.
Can I fix it myself?
Sometimes DIY. Measure the exhaust solenoid's resistance with a multimeter before replacing it.
Repair cost
SEEDED ESTIMATE Roughly $110–$540
Most likely repair: vvt/oil control solenoid. Diagnosis fees, taxes and other causes are not included.
| Line | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| VVT/oil control solenoid | $60 | $303 | Typical listed retail range, source ($454–$595 outliers excluded) |
| Labor 0.5–1.5 hr | $50 | $240 | $100–$160/hr, shop survey |
⚠️ This is an editorial placeholder range for this type of repair. It is not based on real invoices or licensed pricing data yet. Real ranges will appear here once enough reader invoices for P0013 are verified.
Verified reader invoices for P0013: 0. Share your repair bill to help build real costs.
Tools that can read P0013
- ScanFixAI: Pro $29.99/mo or $249.99/yr
- OBDAI: Annual PRO bundle $299
- BlueDriver Pro Next-Gen: $119.95 list ($99.95 sale seen)
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