Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect intake valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
Remove the sensor.
Visually check the sensor for chipping.

Fig 1: Checking Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor For Chipping
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Check resistance as shown below.

Terminal No. (Polarity)	Resistance [at 25°C (77°F)]
3 (+) - 1 (-)	Except 0 or → Ω
2 (+) - 1 (-)
3 (+) - 2 (-)

Fig 2: Checking Resistance Between Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor Terminals 1, 2 And 3

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If NG, replace intake valve timing control position sensor. Refer to TIMING CHAIN .