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P3010

Camshaft Profile Actuator A Stuck Bank 1

2013-2013 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged V6

High SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)

The 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a 3.0L V6 engine. Below you'll find detailed p3010 diagnostic code information including labor time estimates, cost ranges, and technician notes specific to this engine configuration.

Description

The camshaft profile switching actuator for Bank 1, intake side, is mechanically stuck in one position. Multi-profile camshafts switch between low and high RPM cam lobes.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Loss of high-RPM power
  • Rough idle if stuck on high cam
  • VTEC/VANOS-like system not engaging
  • Engine sounds different at high RPM

Common Causes

  • Oil sludge blocking actuator passages
  • Actuator solenoid failure
  • Low oil pressure
  • Worn actuator pins or springs
  • Incorrect oil viscosity

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check engine oil level and condition
  2. Monitor camshaft profile PID on scan tool
  3. Command profile switch and verify response
  4. Test oil pressure at actuator feed
  5. Inspect actuator screen for debris

Repair Notes

Flush engine oil system. Replace cam profile actuator solenoid. If pins are worn, camshaft replacement may be needed.

Related Codes

P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1P3011Camshaft Profile Actuator A Control Circuit Bank 1P3012Camshaft Profile Actuator B Stuck Bank 1

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Common Questions

What does code P3010 mean on a 2013-2013 Audi A6?

P3010 stands for "Camshaft Profile Actuator A Stuck Bank 1". The camshaft profile switching actuator for Bank 1, intake side, is mechanically stuck in one position. Multi-profile camshafts switch between low and high RPM cam lobes.

What are the symptoms of P3010 on a Audi A6?

Common symptoms of P3010 include: Check Engine Light, Loss of high-RPM power, Rough idle if stuck on high cam, VTEC/VANOS-like system not engaging, Engine sounds different at high RPM.

What causes P3010 on a 2013-2013 Audi A6?

Common causes of P3010 include: Oil sludge blocking actuator passages, Actuator solenoid failure, Low oil pressure, Worn actuator pins or springs, Incorrect oil viscosity.

Last updated: March 2026

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