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P0342

2B62 - P0342

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
2B62 - P0342

Fault text
Camshaft sensor, intake

Fault description
Camshaft Position Sensor 'A' Circuit Low (Bank 1 or Single
Sensor)

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
Flank number within three camshaft revolutions 0 or 1 and
LOW signal level
Terminal condition: Terminal 15=TRUE
Voltage condition:
none

Condition for fault memory entry
5 camshaft revolutions

Action in service
Check voltage supply (T87) + and ground connection for
sensor, signal wire to DME; check sensor installation; if
OK, replace sensor

Fault effect and breakdown warning


Driver information
Warning light:
US: MIL on in 2nd driving cycle
ECE: No MIL
VVT emergency default mode (max. stroke) active
VANOS emergency default mode (spec. 120�) active
Use other NWG as master

Service instruction
none