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1999 Dodge Stratus Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Engine, Camshaft.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.

Asked on November 11, 2012

Dodge Stratus Sensor Problem

The check engine light came on the code that came up was PO340. Where do I start to repair it
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Replied on November 11, 2012

SYMPTOM
P-0340 NO CAM SIGNAL AT PCM

WHEN MONITORED
During engine cranking, after a number of crank position sensor signals have been detected.

SET CONDITION
Signals are not received from the camshaft position sensor When signals are received from the crankshaft position sensor.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

Engine does not start
8-volt supply ckt open, shtd/gnd, or high resistance
CMP terminals dam, pushed out, or miswrd
Wiring and connectors damaged
Camshaft target magnet damaged/misaligned
CMP sensor defective
Pulse ring damaged or misaligned
PCM defective
CMP sen signal ckt short to sensor ground
CMP sensor sig ckt short to 8v power supply
CMP sensor signal circuit open
CMP sensor signal circuit short to ground

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