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DTC P0344: Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent (Bank 1 Or Single Sensor)

P0344 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR A CIRCUIT INTERMITTENT (BANK 1 OR SINGLE SENSOR)

Description:  The PCM monitors the CMP circuit for an intermittent signal from the camshaft position (CMP) sensor on bank 1 (vehicles with a single CMP sensor per bank) or bank 1 sensor 1 (vehicles with dual CMP sensors per bank). For additional CMP sensor location information, refer to ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENTS .
Possible Causes: 
  • Intermittent open circuit
  • Intermittent short circuit
  • Damaged CMP sensor shielding
  • Incorrect harness connections
  • Corrosion
  • Damaged CMP sensor
Diagnostic Aids:  Harness routing, harness alterations, incorrect shielding, or electrical interference from other systems may have an intermittent impact on the CMP signal.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DR .