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Detection Condition

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PCM monitors input voltage from left side Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor when engine is running. If PCM does not receive input voltage from left side CMP sensor while PCM receives input signal from Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor, PCM determines CMP circuit has a malfunction. This is a Continuous Monitor (CM). MIL illuminates if PCM detects malfunction condition during first drive cycle. PENDING CODE is available if PCM detects malfunction condition. FREEZE FRAME DATA is available. DTC is stored in PCM memory.