P0340

Technical Definition:

Camshaft Position (CMP) (Sensor A) Circuit (Bank 1 or Single Sensor

Trouble Code: P0340
Address: 0x0340
System: Powertrain
Subsystem: Ignition System or Engine Misfire
Technical Description:

This indicates that a problem was detected in the camshaft position sensor circuit.

Possible Causes:
  • a wire or connector in the circuit could be grounded/shorted/broken
  • the camshaft position sensor may have failed
  • the PCM may have failed
  • there exists an open circuit
  • the crankshaft position sensor may have failed

Possible Symptoms:
  • Hard starting or no start
  • Rough running / misfiring
  • Loss of engine power

Possible Solutions:
  • Visually inspect all the wiring and connectors in the circuit
  • Check for continuity in the circuit wiring
  • Check the operation (voltage) of the camshaft position sensor
  • Replace the camshaft position sensor as required
  • Check the crankshaft position circuit as well
  • Replace circuit wiring and/or connectors as required
  • Diagnose/replace the PCM as required

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