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2002 CHEVROLET ASTRO

4.3L V6 VortecRWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor506Torque4947Fluid7DTC745Battery1Maintenance0Recalls3
P0023moderate severityPowertrain

Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 2

on 2002 Chevrolet Astro 4.3L V6 Vortec · RWD

What this code means

The PCM detected a fault in the exhaust camshaft actuator circuit for Bank 2.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough idle
  • Poor emissions
  • Reduced power

Common causes

  • Faulty exhaust VVT solenoid Bank 2
  • Wiring damage
  • PCM failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid resistance
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check oil level

Repair notes

Replace exhaust VVT solenoid Bank 2.

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