OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0346 Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 2)
The bank 2 camshaft position sensor signal is present but does not match the crank reference correctly, or its pulse pattern is implausible.
Is it safe to drive with P0346?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyCMP sensor intermittent
- Less likelyReluctor wheel damaged
- Less likelySensor element aged beyond calibration window
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
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Camshaft Position Sensor, Reluctor Ring
Related codes
- P0341Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance (Bank 1)
- P0343Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit High Input (Bank 1)
- P0344Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)
- P0345Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit (Bank 2)
- P0347Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low (Bank 2)
- P0348Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit High (Bank 2)
- P0349Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent (Bank 2)
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.