What does code P0342 mean?

Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 1): The camshaft position sensor on bank 1 is reading low.

P0342 is rated as high severity. Address soon — may cause further damage.

P0342

Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Low (Bank 1)

Powertrain Code · High

What does P0342 mean?

The camshaft position sensor on bank 1 is reading low.

System: Crankshaft/Camshaft

P0342 is a powertrain diagnostic trouble code indicating camshaft position sensor circuit low (bank 1). This code is classified as high severity, which means: address soon — may cause further damage.

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