P267B code meaning
"B" Rocker Arm Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 2)
Powertrain system Generic code P26xx codes Check engine light
What P267B means
P267B concerns the bank 2 feedback of lift actuator B when the signal is electrically sound but the angle it reports does not follow the commanded value, moves too slowly, or contradicts the mechanism's known travel. Faulty learning of the end stops, a slipping sensor mount, wear in the shaft drive or a sticking actuator can all produce this picture. No manufacturer documents P267B publicly. The closest published case is Toyota's bank 1 counterpart P265B on Valvematic engines: bulletin T-SB-0098-19 starts with a learn value reset and an active test of the shaft angle, then replaces the lift controller if the fault returns. CARB expects variable lift monitors to detect missed targets and slow response. Lift on bank 2 is usually frozen.
P267B at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyHard
- Typical labor0.5 to 4.5 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P267B
- Check engine light on
- Hesitation or reduced power
- Uneven idle when lift is frozen on one bank
Common causes of P267B
- PossibleEnd-stop learn values lost or wrong after repair or battery disconnect
- PossibleWorn or sticking shaft drive of actuator B on bank 2
- PossiblePosition sensor drifting or loose in its mount
- Less likelyLift control software needing an update
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Rocker arm position sensor b b2Actuator mechanism
What each part of P267B means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 6 | Area: computer (engine control module) and output circuits. |
| 7B | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P267B and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P267B
What does P267B mean?
P267B means ""B" Rocker Arm Actuator Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 2)". P267B concerns the bank 2 feedback of lift actuator B when the signal is electrically sound but the angle it reports does not follow the commanded value, moves too slowly, or contradicts the mechanism's known travel. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P267B?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P267B the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P267B fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P267B is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P267B to fix?
Difficulty: hard. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 4.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P267B clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.