AutoCodes – Generic – P1522

P1522 Code - Camshaft Position Control Bank 2 Malfunction

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P1522 indicates Camshaft Position Control Bank 2 Malfunction. Common causes include Faulty Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator, Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator harness is open or shorted, Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P1522 indicates Camshaft Position Control Bank 2 Malfunction.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator, Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator harness is open or shorted, Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 20,038

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Aug 27, 2019

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Code P1522 Description

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1522?

Faulty Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator
Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator harness is open or shorted
Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1522?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P1522 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Makes

P1522 Acura — Brake Booster Pressure Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
P1522 Audi — Camshaft Position Control Bank 2 Malfunction
P1522 BMW — Camshaft Position Actuator 'A' Bank 2
P1522 Buick — Park/Neutral To Drive/Reverse At High RPM
P1522 Cadillac — Park/Neutral To Drive/Reverse At High RPM
P1522 Chevrolet — Park/Neutral to Drive/Reverse at High RPM
P1522 GMC — Park/Neutral to Drive/Reverse at High RPM
P1522 Honda — Brake Booster Pressure Sensor Circuit Low Voltage
P1522 Hyundai — Sensor Supply 1 Volt Low
P1522 Mazda — Variable Resonance Induction System Solenoid Valve 2 Malfunction
P1522 Mercedes-Benz — Camshaft Position Control Mechanical Fault
P1522 MINI — Camshaft Position Actuator 'A' Bank 2
P1522 Volkswagen — Camshaft Position Control Bank 2 Malfunction

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