DTC 342
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What This Code Means
MIL ON during active fault; Engine shutdown; MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) ON during active fault
Possible Causes
- •No cam pulses in 2.5 engine cycles with engine RPM > 1000
- •Camshaft position sensor not securely connected to harness
- •Camshaft position sensor not securely installed
- •Camshaft position sensor bracket loose or misaligned with the crankshaft position wheel
- •Open circuit in the camshaft position sensor circuit wiring
- •No camshaft signal received for 2.5 engine cycles with engine RPM > 1000
- •Camshaft position sensor not securely installed, loose bracket, or misaligned with the crankshaft position wheel
Suggested Actions
- 1Check that the camshaft position sensor is securely connected to harness
- 2Check that the camshaft position sensor is securely installed, and bracket (if used) is tight and properly aligned with the crankshaft position wheel
- 3Check camshaft position sensor circuit wiring for open circuit
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