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DTC Troubleshooting

DTC P0341: VTC Phase Gap

1. Reset the ECM.
2. Start the engine.

Is DTC P0341 indicated?

YES - Go to step 3.

NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at CMP sensor A and at the ECM.

3. Check the VTC oil control solenoid valve.

Is the VTC oil control solenoid valve OK?

YES - Go to step 4.

NO - Clean the VTC oil control solenoid valve, or replace it.

4. Remove the head cover, and check the cam chain.

Is the cam chain OK?

YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Replace the cam chain.

5. Check the VTC actuator.

Is the VTC actuator OK?

YES - Update the ECM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM, then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good ECM, replace the original ECM

NO - Replace the VTC actuator.