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P0345Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit (Bank 2)

What it means

The ECU sees no usable signal from this camshaft position sensor. It uses the cam signal to know which cylinder is on compression; most engines still start, but take longer.

Symptoms

  • Longer cranking before the engine starts
  • Occasional stalling or hesitation
  • Check engine light

Common causes

  • Faulty camshaft sensor
  • Wiring or connector fault
  • Missing 5 V or 12 V supply, or poor ground
  • Oil inside the connector (leaking sensor seal)

What to check first

  1. Scope cam and crank signals together and check their relationship
  2. Check the sensor supply and ground
  3. Inspect the connector for oil and corrosion
Can I drive with P0345? Usually yes for a short distance, but performance or economy may suffer and the fault can get worse. Diagnose it soon.

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What does P0345 mean?

P0345: Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit (Bank 2). The ECU sees no usable signal from this camshaft position sensor. It uses the cam signal to know which cylinder is on compression; most engines still start, but take longer.

What are the symptoms of P0345?

Longer cranking before the engine starts. Occasional stalling or hesitation. Check engine light.

What causes P0345?

Faulty camshaft sensor. Wiring or connector fault. Missing 5 V or 12 V supply, or poor ground. Oil inside the connector (leaking sensor seal).

How do you diagnose P0345?

1. Scope cam and crank signals together and check their relationship 2. Check the sensor supply and ground 3. Inspect the connector for oil and corrosion

Can I drive with P0345?

Usually yes for a short distance, but performance or economy may suffer and the fault can get worse. Diagnose it soon.