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P0019 : Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 2 Sensor B)

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P0019 means the crankshaft and the exhaust camshaft on bank 2 are not in the correct rotational relationship. The code only appears on V-engines (V6, V8, V10, V12) because bank 2 is the side that does not house cylinder 1. Common causes include a stretched timing chain, a failed exhaust VVT solenoid on bank 2, a worn camshaft phaser, or oil flow problems.

Cout de reparation estimeDe 60 € a 6000 €+, varie selon le vehicule

Que signifie P0019 ?

P0019 means the crankshaft and the exhaust camshaft on bank 2 are not in the correct rotational relationship. The code only appears on V-engines (V6, V8, V10, V12) because bank 2 is the side that does not house cylinder 1. Common causes include a stretched timing chain, a failed exhaust VVT solenoid on bank 2, a worn camshaft phaser, or oil flow problems.

P0019 est un code defaut lie a allumage, classe en gravite high. Lorsque le calculateur de ton vehicule detecte cette condition, il enregistre P0019 et allume le voyant moteur.

Quels sont les symptomes de P0019 ?

Si ton vehicule a declenche P0019, tu peux remarquer un ou plusieurs de ces symptomes :

  • Check engine light illuminated
  • Loud rattle from the front of the engine at cold start
  • Rough idle and possible misfires on bank 2
  • Hard starting, particularly when warm
  • Noticeable loss of power and hesitation
  • Increased fuel consumption

Quelles sont les causes de P0019 ?

Voici les causes les plus courantes de P0019, classees selon la probabilite qu'elles soient en cause :

eleveeStretched timing chain (chronic on Audi 3.0 TFSI, VW 3.0 TDI, Mercedes M276)
eleveeFailed bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid
moyenneLow or degraded engine oil restricting VVT operation
moyenneWorn timing chain tensioner on bank 2
faibleFailed bank 2 exhaust camshaft phaser
faibleBank 2 exhaust camshaft position sensor fault

Peut-on rouler sans risque avec P0019 ?

Non, regle ca immediatement. Drive only short distances to reach a workshop. P0019 indicates the exhaust camshaft on bank 2 is out of correlation with the crankshaft. On an interference V-engine, continued driving risks the chain skipping teeth and bending valves, which on a V6 or V8 means a 5000 EUR or greater engine rebuild.

Comment diagnostique-t-on P0019 ?

Suis ces etapes pour identifier la cause profonde de P0019 :

  1. Check engine oil level and condition. V-engines share oil between banks, so low pressure or contamination affects both. Use only the manufacturer-specified viscosity and approval (BMW LL-04, VW 504.00/507.00, MB 229.5/229.51)
  2. Listen for cold-start rattle from the front of the engine. On V6 and V8, the rattle may originate from one bank specifically. A stethoscope helps localise it
  3. Use a scan tool to monitor live cam phasing data on bank 2 exhaust. Compare actual versus commanded angle. Deviations over 5 to 10 degrees confirm mechanical timing fault
  4. Test the bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid. Resistance typically 6 to 13 ohms. Inspect the mesh screen for sludge debris. A clogged screen is a common quick fix
  5. If the solenoid and oil are good, suspect timing chain stretch or guide wear on bank 2. A workshop will need to remove the bank 2 valve cover or front cover for inspection

Combien coute la reparation de P0019 ?

Les couts de reparation de P0019 varient selon la cause profonde et ton vehicule. Voici des estimations courantes :

Reparation Cout des pieces Cout de main-d'oeuvre Estimation totale Difficulte en autonomie
Oil change with correct spec oil €40–€100 €20–€50 €60–€150 Facile
Replace bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid €80–€300 €60–€200 €140–€500 Moderee
Replace timing chain kit on V-engine €800–€3000 €800–€3000 €1600–€6000 Professionnel

Prix estimes au March 2026. Les couts varient selon la region, le vehicule et le garage.

P0019 sur des vehicules specifiques

P0019 se comporte differemment selon ton vehicule. Selectionne ta voiture ci-dessous pour des causes propres au modele, les problemes connus et des estimations de couts ajustees :

BMW

P0019 sur BMW 3 Series

2005–2024

P0019 on a 3 Series implies the M3 with the S65 V8 (E90/E92 era) or a sedan equipped with a V8. The S65 has known cylinder bank issues including VANOS solenoid failures on bank 2. Combined with the M3's rod bearing service requirement at 100,000 km, addressing P0019 is often bundled with preventive maintenance.

Quelles sont les causes de P0019 sur une BMW 3 Series ?

BMW 3 SeriesM3 E90/E92 S65 V8 bank 2 VANOS solenoid failure
BMW 3 SeriesStretched timing chain on high-mileage S65 (rare but documented)

Cout de reparation de P0019 pour BMW 3 Series

Couts estimes pour les proprietaires de BMW 3 Seriesajuste a la hausse par rapport a la moyenne en raison du prix des pieces specifiques a BMW

Reparation Cout des pieces Cout de main-d'oeuvre Estimation totale Difficulte en autonomie
Oil change with correct spec oil €56–€140 €28–€70 €84–€210 Facile
Replace bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid €112–€420 €84–€280 €196–€700 Moderee
Replace timing chain kit on V-engine €1120–€4200 €1120–€4200 €2240–€8400 Professionnel

Prix estimes au March 2026. Les couts varient selon la region, le vehicule et le garage.

Audi

P0019 sur Audi A6

2005–2024

The A6 3.0 TFSI EA837 supercharged V6 sets P0019 frequently around 100,000 to 150,000 km. The bank 2 exhaust camshaft adjuster is one of the most common failures in the EA837 family. Repair requires removing the supercharger. Bundling the bank 1 and bank 2 adjusters together saves significant labour on the second service.

Quelles sont les causes de P0019 sur une Audi A6 ?

Audi A63.0 TFSI bank 2 exhaust adjuster failure
Audi A6Timing chain tensioner wear on supercharged V6

Cout de reparation de P0019 pour Audi A6

Couts estimes pour les proprietaires de Audi A6ajuste a la hausse par rapport a la moyenne en raison du prix des pieces specifiques a Audi

Reparation Cout des pieces Cout de main-d'oeuvre Estimation totale Difficulte en autonomie
Oil change with correct spec oil €52–€130 €26–€65 €78–€195 Facile
Replace bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid €104–€390 €78–€260 €182–€650 Moderee
Replace timing chain kit on V-engine €1040–€3900 €1040–€3900 €2080–€7800 Professionnel

Prix estimes au March 2026. Les couts varient selon la region, le vehicule et le garage.

Mercedes-Benz

P0019 sur Mercedes E-Class

2005–2024

The M276 V6 in the W212 and W213 E-Class commonly sets P0019 due to camshaft adjuster magnet failure on bank 2. Mercedes parts are 250 to 400 EUR per side. The M278 V8 in higher trims has similar issues with more expensive bank 2 access. Always replace both bank adjusters together to avoid a return visit.

Quelles sont les causes de P0019 sur une Mercedes E-Class ?

Mercedes E-ClassM276 V6 bank 2 exhaust adjuster magnet failure
Mercedes E-ClassM278 V8 timing chain wear on bank 2

Cout de reparation de P0019 pour Mercedes E-Class

Couts estimes pour les proprietaires de Mercedes E-Classajuste a la hausse par rapport a la moyenne en raison du prix des pieces specifiques a Mercedes-Benz

Reparation Cout des pieces Cout de main-d'oeuvre Estimation totale Difficulte en autonomie
Oil change with correct spec oil €56–€140 €28–€70 €84–€210 Facile
Replace bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid €112–€420 €84–€280 €196–€700 Moderee
Replace timing chain kit on V-engine €1120–€4200 €1120–€4200 €2240–€8400 Professionnel

Prix estimes au March 2026. Les couts varient selon la region, le vehicule et le garage.

Volkswagen

P0019 sur Volkswagen Touareg

2005–2024

The Touareg 3.0 TDI V6 (CASA, CASB) is the prime P0019 candidate due to the well-documented timing chain stretch issue. VW issued multiple service campaigns. On the 3.0 TFSI EA837 V6, the bank 2 exhaust adjuster failure is identical to the Audi A6. Plan for 3000 EUR or more for full chain replacement at a VAG specialist.

Quelles sont les causes de P0019 sur une Volkswagen Touareg ?

Volkswagen Touareg3.0 TDI V6 bank 2 chain stretch (CASA/CASB)
Volkswagen Touareg3.0 TFSI bank 2 exhaust adjuster failure

Cout de reparation de P0019 pour Volkswagen Touareg

Couts estimes pour les proprietaires de Volkswagen Touaregajuste a la hausse par rapport a la moyenne en raison du prix des pieces specifiques a Volkswagen

Reparation Cout des pieces Cout de main-d'oeuvre Estimation totale Difficulte en autonomie
Oil change with correct spec oil €60–€150 €30–€75 €90–€225 Facile
Replace bank 2 exhaust VVT solenoid €120–€450 €90–€300 €210–€750 Moderee
Replace timing chain kit on V-engine €1200–€4500 €1200–€4500 €2400–€9000 Professionnel

Prix estimes au March 2026. Les couts varient selon la region, le vehicule et le garage.

Ces codes apparaissent souvent avec P0019 ou indiquent des problemes connexes :

P0016P0017P0018P0014P0021P0022

Questions frequentes sur P0019

Why does P0019 only appear on V-engines?

Bank 2 refers to the side of the engine that does not contain cylinder 1. Inline engines have only one bank, so P0018 and P0019 cannot appear on them. P0019 specifically requires a bank 2 exhaust camshaft sensor, which means the engine is at minimum a V6 or V8.

Is P0019 worse than P0017?

P0017 and P0019 are essentially the same fault on different banks. The mechanical severity is identical. However, P0019 is usually more expensive to repair because it implies a V-engine, where timing chain access requires more disassembly. On engines like the Audi 3.0 TFSI, the supercharger and intake manifold must come off.

Can I just replace the bank 2 VVT solenoid first?

Yes, it is the cheapest first step at 80 to 300 EUR for the solenoid plus 60 to 200 EUR labour. If the solenoid fixes the code, great. If P0019 returns within a few weeks, you are dealing with a stretched chain and the solenoid replacement was diagnostic data, not wasted money. Always change oil at the same time.

How long does a timing chain job take on a V6?

Plan for two to three full days at a workshop. On the Audi 3.0 TFSI, removing the supercharger, intake, and front engine accessories is half a day. The chain work itself is another half day. Setting the chains, reassembly, and test drive is another full day. Labour totals 15 to 25 hours depending on the engine.

Lis nos guides detailles

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How to Fix P0016: Camshaft Correlation Causes and Cost

P0016 repair cost runs from €50 for an oil change to €3,000 for a timing chain, depending on whether the fault is oil, a VVT solenoid, or chain stretch.

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