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DTC P0340: Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Circuit Malfunction

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P0340 - CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION

Description:  The test fails when the PCM can no longer detect the signal from the CMP sensor.
Possible Causes: 
  • CMP circuit open.
  • CMP circuit short to GND.
  • CMP circuit short to PWR.
  • SIG RTN open (VR sensor).
  • Damaged CMP sensor shielding.
  • Damaged CMP sensor.
Diagnostic Aids:  Harness routing, harness alterations, improper shielding, or electrical interference from other improperly functioning systems may have an intermittent impact on the CMP signal.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
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