Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 2)
Common Symptoms
- Check Engine Light illuminated
- Rough idle or engine stalling
- Hard starting or no-start condition
- Poor fuel economy
- Hesitation or lack of power during acceleration
- Engine may run but with reduced performance
Most Likely Root Causes
- Faulty camshaft position sensor on Bank 2
- Damaged or corroded wiring harness to camshaft position sensor
- Timing chain or belt stretched or jumped timing
- Poor electrical connection at sensor connector
- Engine control module software needs updating
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Component Location
The Bank 2 camshaft position sensor is typically mounted on the cylinder head or timing cover on the side opposite the number one cylinder.
Manufacturer Notes
Some manufacturers use hall effect or variable reluctance type sensors which have different diagnostic approaches for Bank 2 position verification.
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