Common Symptoms
- Check Engine Light illuminated
- Hard starting or extended cranking
- Rough idle or engine stalling
- Poor fuel economy
- Lack of power or hesitation during acceleration
- Engine may run in limp mode
Most Likely Root Causes
- Faulty camshaft position sensor
- Damaged or corroded wiring harness to camshaft position sensor
- Poor electrical connection at sensor connector
- Shorted sensor circuit to ground
- Failed PCM or ECM
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Component Location
The camshaft position sensor is typically located near the cylinder head, camshaft cover, or timing chain cover on Bank 1.
Manufacturer Notes
Some manufacturers use magnetic Hall-effect sensors that are sensitive to timing cover oil leaks causing contamination and signal loss.
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