Component Inspection (Exhaust Valve Timing Control Position
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- EXHAUST VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR - 1
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect exhaust valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
- Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
- Remove the sensor. Refer to Exploded View .
- Visually check the sensor for chipping.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES
GO TO 2.
NO
Replace malfunctioning exhaust valve timing control position sensor. Refer to Exploded View .
- EXHAUST VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR - 2
Check resistance exhaust valve timing control position sensor terminals as follows.
Exhaust valve timing control position sensor
Condition
Resistance
+
-
Terminal
1
2
Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Except 0 Ω or ∞Ω
1
3
2
3
Is the inspection result normal?
YES
INSPECTION END
NO
Replace malfunctioning exhaust valve timing control position sensor. Refer to Exploded View .