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Old 01-26-2014, 11:04 AM   #1
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Question P1397 error code - camshaft position sensor

Have check engine light on and after taking a reading am showing error code P1397 which from researching the Internet would seem to indicate most likely a problem with the camshaft position sensor, bank 2. Assuming this is the problem, am I able to drive the car? Must I immediately get it in for service? Also, any estimate of cost to repair?

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Old 01-26-2014, 07:43 PM   #2
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If the code is correct you may have a very serious problem. Get it to a Porsche friendly shop ASAP!
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Old 01-26-2014, 09:20 PM   #3
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It could be a very serious problem as woodsman said. However, I had the equivalent code for bank 1 a while ago. I then switched the sensor with the one in bank 2 and got the exact error message you are getting. In my case, it was a sensor failure that caused the code and after replacing the sensor, (~$100) the code never came back.

I wouldn't really recommend swapping the sensors since bank 1 sensor is a real PITA to get too as it is under the AOS. You might also damage something for real in the process. You can always buy a new sensor and replace yours to see if it fixes anything. If you start getting any other CELS, though, flatbed it to the mechanic.
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thanks

Thanks for the replies guys. I'm afraid, although I understand swapping out the sensor isn't too difficult, that it is still beyond my capabilities. Looks like I'm calling AAA for a tow.
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Good Move, I got that code along with an awful idle. I needed the cam tensioner that goes between camshafts 4-6...it was stuck in the advanced position
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Thanks for the replies guys. I'm afraid, although I understand swapping out the sensor isn't too difficult, that it is still beyond my capabilities. Looks like I'm calling AAA for a tow.
Smart move.

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