What does the CPS code on a Nissan Frontier mean?
The Nissan Frontier is no exception to this rule. That’s because it’s a generic powertrain code. Generic codes tell you that there is a problem, but they don’t really tell you what particular part of the system is throwing the code. OBDII P0340 means that there is a problem with…
Is there a short in the Nissan Frontier?
Wiring Issue – The Camshaft Position Sensor wiring is exposed to harsher conditions than a lot of the wiring in your Frontier. It is worth looking at it to see if it has developed a short, or to see if the harness connector is loose or damaged. Here’s a great article on how to diagnose a short in a car.
What causes CPS code on Nissan Frontier p0340?
As stated above, the P0340 code is often caused by a failure in the Camshaft Position Sensor itself. Here are the most common causes: Wiring Issue – The Camshaft Position Sensor wiring is exposed to harsher conditions than a lot of the wiring in your Frontier.
What does a Nissan wiring diagram look like?
Nissan Wiring Diagram Color Codes – wiring diagram is a simplified normal pictorial representation of an electrical circuit. It shows the components of the circuit as simplified shapes, and the facility and signal contacts amid the devices.
Where is the camshaft position sensor on a Nissan Frontier?
Picture 2. Start by removing the engine cover. Picture 3. The sensor is between the firewall and the eng. Follow the wiring harness to the sensor (circled in red). Picture 4. Put your ratchet in from the angle shown while feeling for the bolt with your other hand. Picture 5 and 6. Pull out the sensor.
Where is the crankshaft sensor on a Nissan?
I bought another sensor (same part) for the passenger side (this is actually the CAMshaft sensor) to match the CRANKshaft sensor I already replaced at the back of the engine. I just drove 45 miles to work, and for the first time in a week, no stalling, no hesitation, no SES light, no codes.
Where is the p0335 sensor on a Nissan?
One generates a P0335 code, and one generates a P0340 code. I replaced the sensor in the back of the engine by the firewall. I did not replace the OTHER sensor on the passenger side of the engine near the fuel filter.
What’s the code for the camshaft position sensor?
I just joined this forum to figure this problem out and see if it is something I can tackle and save $600 from the dealer. Pulled the code PO340 camshaft position sensor Bank 1. Dealer “recommended” to replace both, but just going to tackle Bank 1 first and test.