Diagnostic Trouble Code
P0341
Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
Technical Description P0341
Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
What Does This Mean P0341?
This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is a generic powertrain code, which means that it applies to OBD-II equipped vehicles. Although generic, the specific repair steps may vary depending on make/model.
This P0341 code basically means that the powertrain control module (PCM) detected a problem with the camshaft signal.
The camshaft position sensor (CPS) sends a specific signal to the PCM for Top Dead Center on the compression stroke as well as signals indicating the position of the cam sensor. This is accomplished through a reluctor wheel attached to the camshaft that passes by the cam sensor. Any time that the signal to the PCM is inconsistent with what the signal should be, this code is set. NOTE: this code can also be set by extended cranking periods.
This P0341 code basically means that the powertrain control module (PCM) detected a problem with the camshaft signal.
The camshaft position sensor (CPS) sends a specific signal to the PCM for Top Dead Center on the compression stroke as well as signals indicating the position of the cam sensor. This is accomplished through a reluctor wheel attached to the camshaft that passes by the cam sensor. Any time that the signal to the PCM is inconsistent with what the signal should be, this code is set. NOTE: this code can also be set by extended cranking periods.
Symptoms P0341
1
Poor fuel economy (if engine runs)
2
Possible no start condition
Possible Causes P0341
1
Cam sensor wiring routed too close to spark plug wiring (causing interference)
2
Poor wiring connection at cam sensor
3
Poor wiring connection at PCM
4
Bad cam sensor
5
Damaged reluctor wheel
Solutions & Repair Steps P0341
NOTE: In some cases this engine code is generated on vehicles that do not actually have a camshaft position sensor. In those cases it basically means the engine is misfiring badly due to faulty spark plugs, spark plug wires, and often coils.
Often relacing the sensor fixes this code, but not necessarily. Therefore it's important to check the following:
Related Camshaft Trouble Codes: P0340, P0342, P0343, P0345, P0347, P0348, P0349, P0365, P0366, P0367, P0368, P0369, P0390, P0391, P0392, P0393, P0394.
Often relacing the sensor fixes this code, but not necessarily. Therefore it's important to check the following:
Related Camshaft Trouble Codes: P0340, P0342, P0343, P0345, P0347, P0348, P0349, P0365, P0366, P0367, P0368, P0369, P0390, P0391, P0392, P0393, P0394.