P0341: Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
The cam sensor signal doesn't make sense compared to the crank signal.
Green, yellow, red: three ways P0341 can look
The same code can be a quick fix or a reason to pull over. Match your situation to the closest example.
Keep an eye on it
Starts normally.
Schedule a repair
Long cranking. Diagnose soon.
Stop and get help
No-start or stalling. Don't drive.
Symptoms you might notice
- Long cranking
- Rough running
Common causes, cheapest first
- Failing cam sensor
- Wiring problem
- Timing chain stretched or jumped
What you can check before calling
- Note cranking time
A code points to a system, not a part. Replacing parts based on the code alone is how people spend money without fixing the problem. Testing confirms the cause first.
Generic codes (second character 0) mean the same thing on every vehicle. Some manufacturers add their own details, so check service information for your exact vehicle.
Related codes
More cam & crank timing codes
- P0011
Camshaft Position A Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) - P0012
Camshaft Position A Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 1) - P0014
Camshaft Position B Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) - P0017
Crankshaft Position / Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor B) - P0008
Engine Position System Performance (Bank 1) - P0010
Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit (Bank 1)
Look up another code
Cummins fault code (like 1922), J1939 SPN and FMI (like SPN 3251 FMI 0), or an OBD-II code (like P0420).
Questions
What does P0341 mean?
P0341 means "Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance". The cam sensor signal doesn't make sense compared to the crank signal.
Can I drive with code P0341?
It depends on what the vehicle is doing. Green: Starts normally. Yellow: Long cranking. Diagnose soon. Red: No-start or stalling. Don't drive.
What causes P0341?
The most common causes are: failing cam sensor; wiring problem; timing chain stretched or jumped.
Is P0341 a serious code?
It can be. No-start or stalling. Don't drive.
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