P0340
DTC P0340 or P0365
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
DTC P0340
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Intake Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit
DTC P0365
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Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit/System Description
The 4X camshaft position sensor circuits consist of an engine control module (ECM) supplied 5 V reference circuit, low reference circuit, and an output signal circuit. The camshaft position sensor is an internally magnetic biased digital output integrated circuit sensing device. The sensor detects magnetic flux changes of the teeth and slots of a 4-tooth reluctor wheel attached to the camshaft. As each reluctor wheel tooth rotates past the camshaft position sensor, the resulting change in the magnetic field is used by the sensor electronics to produce a digital output pulse. The sensor returns a digital ON/OFF DC voltage pulse of varying frequency, with 4 varying width output pulses per camshaft revolution that represent an image of the camshaft reluctor wheel. The frequency of the camshaft position sensor output depends on the velocity of the camshaft. The ECM decodes the narrow and wide tooth pattern to identify camshaft position. This information is then used to determine the optimum ignition and injection points of the engine. The ECM also uses camshaft position sensor output information to determine the camshaft relative position to the crankshaft, to control camshaft phasing, and for limp-home operation.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* The engine is running.
* DTCs P0340 and P0365 run continuously when the above condition is met.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
P0340
The ECM does not receive 4 camshaft pulses within 3 s.
P0365
The ECM does not receive 4 camshaft pulses within 3 s
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P0340, and P0365 are Type B DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P0340, and P0365 are Type B DTCs.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Engine Controls Schematics (LE9) [1][2]Electrical Diagrams
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Sunshade - Left (DH6)
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
1. With the ignition OFF, inspect the engine wiring harnesses carrying the camshaft position sensor circuits for the following conditions:
* Close routing of aftermarket electrical equipment
* Close to solenoids, motors, and relays
Correct any wire harness routing or component placement conditions, if it is determined to be a possible source of electrical interference.
2. With the ignition ON, engine OFF, use the live plot function on the scan tool. Select the engine speed parameter and the camshaft position sensor parameter. Change the minimum spec to 400 RPM for both parameters. Change the maximum spec to 4,000 RPM for both parameters.
3. Start the engine and observe the scan tool.
4. Quickly accelerate and release the accelerator pedal several times. Do not accelerate past 4,000 RPM. The 2 graphed lines on the live plot display should track together across the screen.
5. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.
Circuit/System Testing
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the appropriate camshaft position sensor wire harness connector.
2. Test for less than 1 ohms between the appropriate low reference circuit terminal B and ground.
• If greater than the specified value, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
3. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 V between the appropriate 5 V reference circuit terminal A and ground.
• If less than the specified range, test the 5 V reference circuit for an open/high resistance or short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
• If greater than the specified range, test the 5 V reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
4. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 V between the appropriate signal circuit terminal C and ground.
• If less than the specified range, test the affected signal circuit for an open/high resistance or short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
• If greater than the specified range, test the affected signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
5. Ignition OFF, connect a fused jumper wire to the camshaft position signal circuit terminal C.
6. Ignition ON, momentarily touch the other end of the fused jumper wire to the battery negative post. The camshaft position active counter parameter on the scan tool should increment.
• If the camshaft position active counter increments, replace the camshaft position sensor.
• If the camshaft position active counter does not increment, replace the ECM.
Component Testing
Note:
You must perform the Circuit/System Testing before proceeding with Component Testing.
1. Inspect the camshaft position sensor for correct installation. Remove the camshaft position sensor from the engine and inspect the sensor and the O-ring for damage.
• If the sensor is loose, incorrectly installed, or damaged, repair or replace the camshaft position sensor.
2. Connect the camshaft position sensor connector to the camshaft position sensor. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
3. Ignition ON, and engine OFF. Observe the Camshaft Position Active Counter parameter on the scan tool. Pass a steel object by the tip of the sensor repeatedly. The Camshaft Position Active Counter parameter should increment.
• If the parameter does not increment, replace the camshaft position sensor.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.
* Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement - Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement - Exhaust
* Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement - Intake Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement - Intake
* Control Module References Control Module References for ECM replacement, setup, and programming