Code P0340 CAM shaft position sensor location needed

Tiny
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 2.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 102,304 MILES
My car is throwing a p0340 code I hooked up my obd2 and it said that it was a camshaft sensor issue. I have spent the last few days searching for it with no luck and I also have not seen any videos or online info about the location of it but there is info on the crankshaft sensor, so i'm wondering does this car have one and if not why is it throwing a cam sensor code? Also, it's the 2.2L ecotec engine.
Monday, May 17th, 2021 AT 7:29 AM

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Tiny
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On top left side of cylinder head mounted to ignition coil housing. Here is a guide to help you step by step with instructions. Check out the images (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Tuesday, May 18th, 2021 AT 9:56 AM
Tiny
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I looked but didn't see anything in that area. I also uploaded a picture.
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Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 AT 11:17 AM
Tiny
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I looked but couldn't find the sensor.
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Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 AT 11:19 AM
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You need to remove the coil housing cover (the top piece).
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Sunday, May 23rd, 2021 AT 11:58 AM
Tiny
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Still no luck unless i'm still in the wrong location. I added a photo so you can see what i'm looking at.
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Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 AT 3:25 PM
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Thanks. Yep, it is not there. Can you look toward the rear of the engine or send a pic please?
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 10:51 AM
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Just to jump in on this one. The CPS is part of the ignition control module on this engine.

I am attaching the info below on how to find this but also the testing for this code because it may not be the ICM as the issue.

So, I would suggest running through this test and see what results you come up with.

Let us know what questions you have.

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Friday, April 1st, 2022 AT 1:41 PM

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