Camshaft Profile Actuator A Stuck Bank 2
2018-2018 Audi A6 3.0L Supercharged V6
The 2018 Audi A6 is equipped with a 3.0L V6 engine. Below you'll find detailed p3013 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 2, intake side, is mechanically stuck in one position.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Uneven power between cylinder banks
- Misfires on one bank at high RPM
- Vibration at certain RPM ranges
- Reduced peak power
Common Causes
- Oil passage blockage Bank 2
- Faulty actuator solenoid Bank 2
- Low oil pressure
- Worn actuator pins
- Debris in oil gallery
Diagnostic Steps
- Check oil condition
- Command Bank 2 cam profile switch
- Compare Bank 1 vs Bank 2 cam profile timing
- Test oil pressure at Bank 2 actuator feed
- Inspect actuator screen
Repair Notes
Replace Bank 2 cam profile actuator solenoid. Clean oil passages.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P3013 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P3013 mean on a 2018-2018 Audi A6?
P3013 stands for "Camshaft Profile Actuator A Stuck Bank 2". The camshaft profile switching actuator for Bank 2, intake side, is mechanically stuck in one position.
What are the symptoms of P3013 on a Audi A6?
Common symptoms of P3013 include: Check Engine Light, Uneven power between cylinder banks, Misfires on one bank at high RPM, Vibration at certain RPM ranges, Reduced peak power.
What causes P3013 on a 2018-2018 Audi A6?
Common causes of P3013 include: Oil passage blockage Bank 2, Faulty actuator solenoid Bank 2, Low oil pressure, Worn actuator pins, Debris in oil gallery.
Last updated: March 2026