DTC P0341 is set when the powertrain control module (PCM) recognises that the car's camshaft position (CMP) sensorsensor signal is out of the specified range. For example, the signal may not correlate to the one from the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor. The signal is supposed to indicate the position of the camshaft in car engine, which allows the control unit to adjust the timing of the fuel injection and ignition systems.
What causes code P0341?It means that the camshaft position sensor “A” is malfunctioning. It is triggered by the control module when the signal transmitted is incorrect.
In short, this is often caused by electrical faults, including wire damage, loose parts, interference and corroded contacts, a lack of power, or defective timing components.
This is not recommended due to the potential severity of the fault. When the timing is affected, the ignition and mixing processes will be disrupted, causing misfires and other driveability issues. The CMP sensor’s input is critical for the engine to operate effectively.
Fault code P0341 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance can occur with any car but is most often found on the following cars:
If you get the code P0341 on your car, make sure that the diagnostics are carried out correctly and the error is still relevant. Check for symptoms associated with the problem and explore options for resolving it.
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