OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0345 Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit (Bank 2)
General electrical fault in the bank 2 camshaft position sensor circuit. The ECU uses this signal together with the crank sensor for sequential injection and ignition timing.
Is it safe to drive with P0345?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyCMP sensor failed
- PossibleWiring/connector fault
Symptoms
- Check engine light on
- Power loss especially in mid-rpm range
- Possible rough idle or stalling
- Increased fuel consumption
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–2 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Camshaft Position Sensor, Sensor Wiring
Related codes
- P0340Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)
- P0342Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input (Bank 1)
- P0343Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit High Input (Bank 1)
- P0344Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)
- P0346Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 2)
- P0347Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low (Bank 2)
- P0348Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit High (Bank 2)
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.