Code
P2670
Generic
P — Powertrain
Actuator Supply Voltage B Circuit Low
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Causes
- Blown fuse or faulty power/ignition relay supplying the actuator B circuit
- Low battery voltage or weak/poor battery connection
- Poor or corroded ground connection for the actuator circuit or PCM ground
- Open or high-resistance wiring (connector corrosion, broken wire) in the actuator B supply circuit
- Short to ground on the actuator supply feed
- Faulty actuator(s) that draw excessive current (internal short)
Symptoms
- Check Engine MIL illuminated (DTC P2670 stored)
- Related actuator(s) do not operate or operate intermittently (e.g., solenoids, VVT actuators, valves—vehicle-dependent)
- Engine runs poorly, rough idle, reduced performance or enters limp mode if critical actuators are affected
- No-crank or crank issues if supply feeds critical modules (less common)
- Possible battery voltage warning or dimming accessories when actuator commanded
What to check
- Read and record freeze-frame and all stored/related DTCs before clearing codes
- Visually inspect fuses, fusible links and relay for the actuator B circuit
- Inspect battery terminals and measure battery resting voltage and while cranking
- Inspect wiring harness and connectors for damage, corrosion, pushed-out pins, or water intrusion at actuator connectors and common junctions
- Check/clean ECM/ground and engine/chassis grounds related to the supply circuit
- Back-probe the actuator B supply pin(s) at the connector with ignition ON and engine OFF; note voltage
Signal parameters
- Expected supply voltage (battery-switched actuator supply): approximately 9–16 V with key ON and engine running (nominal ~12–14.5 V)
- If circuit is a 5 V reference type, expected reference: ~4.75–5.25 V with ignition ON
- Voltage drop greater than ~1 V between battery positive and supply pin under load indicates wiring/connection problem
- Open/short check: continuity to battery power should be low resistance; short-to-ground will show near 0 Ω between supply feed and ground when isolated (use caution)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Capture freeze-frame data and scan for other DTCs that may identify which actuator(s) are affected.
- Visually inspect fuses, relays and wiring for the actuator B supply circuit; replace any blown fuse and re-test.
- Verify battery condition and terminal connections; clean and tighten if needed.
- With ignition ON (engine off) back-probe the actuator supply pin at the actuator connector and measure voltage. Record voltage with actuator connected and with it disconnected.
- If voltage is low with connector disconnected, trace wiring back to fuse/relay/PCM. Check continuity to the fused power source; repair open/high-resistance wiring or replace fuse/relay.
- If voltage is normal with connector disconnected but drops when connected, suspect short or excessive load from the actuator. Measure current draw or substitute a known-good actuator if available.
- Inspect and test relevant ground points; repair corroded/loose grounds and re-test.
- Repair any damaged wiring, connectors or replace defective actuator(s). After repairs, clear codes and confirm the code does not return during a full drive cycle.
- If wiring, grounds, and actuators check good and problem persists, follow manufacturer procedures to test PCM power distribution or consider ECM replacement only after confirming ECM is at fault.
- Safety note: isolate battery when doing wiring repairs and use correct test equipment; avoid shorting supply circuits.
Likely causes
- Blown fuse or bad relay supplying actuator B
- Loose/corroded battery positive connection or poor chassis/engine ground
- Damaged connector or wiring harness (pin corrosion, broken conductor) on actuator B supply
- Short to ground at an actuator or connector
- Faulty actuator causing excessive current draw
Fault status
Status
Actuator Supply Voltage B Circuit Low — the control module has detected the actuator B supply voltage below its expected threshold. This indicates a low-voltage condition in the supply path (wiring, fuse/relay, battery, ground, actuator or module).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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