Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor

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Disconnect intake valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
Remove the sensor. Refer to INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR (LH) .
Visually check the sensor for chipping.

Fig 1: Inspecting Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Check resistance as shown below.

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

If NG, replace intake valve timing control position sensor. Refer to INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR (LH) .

Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor Terminals
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.