Conditions for Setting the DTC

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The PCM does not detect a change in the camshaft timing when the CMP actuator solenoid is activated.
The PCM detects that the camshaft timing is fixed.
Either of the above conditions is present more than once during a driving event.