I changed my camshaft already and erase the code to turn off my check engine light, but the light still comes on after 30mins.
I changed my camshaft already and erase the code to turn off my check engine light, but the light still comes on after 30mins. Did i do something wrong when i changed my camshaft? Is it causing something else to trigger my engine to come back on? My car is still not turning on after a long drive i have to wait for a good 40mins to turn it back on.
My car has 299000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Replacing the camshaft requires nay adjustments to various other components to properly ensure that the timing is set correctly. When this is done there are various sensors that monitor camshaft position and speed to control timing and fuel. When this is not done correctly, this can result in additional check engine codes and cause the car to not start. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to diagnose the Check Engine Light definitively and make repairs.
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You might not have completed the removal and relearning process of the error code. Your car`s ECU might still be coded with the old camshaft position sensor. Your car`s PCM might be faulty. There may be a faulty starter motor causing the issue.
Unfortunately, there`s no way to reset a camshaft position sensor. If you`re having camshaft issues (check engine light on, acceleration trouble, sputtering and stalling, etc.), you`ll have to replace the part entirely.
The Light Stays On
You may think that there is still a problem with the car after the repair, but it`s because the light needs time to reset. The car`s internal computer only resets after a set period where it checks all of its sensors once more. The reset can happen automatically after around 10 to 20 cycles.
Code P0340 indicates there is a problem with the electrical wiring of the circuit attached to the camshaft position sensor. This issue can result in the display of a multitude of other codes that relate directly to your vehicle`s camshaft. In addition, your powertrain control module (PCM) could also be damaged.
The most common failure is the crankshaft position sensor. These fail much more frequently than the cam sensor and will cause a no start. It can also occur if the timing belt broke or jumped a tooth. I would do a compression test also to see if there is low compression.
How to reset the camshaft position sensor? Evidently, you cannot reset a camshaft position sensor. Therefore, you will need to replace the component if your camshaft malfunctions (check engine light on, acceleration issues, sputtering and stalling, etc.).
After you`ve replaced the camshaft sensor, be sure to take your car to a qualified mechanic and ask them to reprogram it using a OBD-II scanner. Doing so will clear any error codes and make sure that the engine computer is getting accurate signals from the new sensor.
Rocker Arms: LC Engineering strongly recommends replacing the rocker arms when a new camshaft is installed. The main reason is that the rocker arm will wear or “burnish” before the camshaft lobe will.
However, failing to clear a code after a repair could leave you second-guessing the issue or doubling your work to recheck the codes. That`s why you should always make clearing codes an essential part of your repair process.
After you`ve replaced the camshaft sensor, be sure to take your car to a qualified mechanic and ask them to reprogram it using a OBD-II scanner. Doing so will clear any error codes and make sure that the engine computer is getting accurate signals from the new sensor.
The main causes may be a damaged timing belt, bad wiring, overheating, crank walks, etc. Some of these also include wear-and-tear, water damage, and oil embedded in the engine, these can also damage the engine`s camshaft since these things will build up over time.
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ANSWER : Replacing the camshaft requires nay adjustments to various other components to properly ensure that the timing is set correctly. When this is done there are various sensors that monitor camshaft position and speed to control timing and fuel. When this is not done correctly, this can result in additional check engine codes and cause the car to not start. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to diagnose the Check Engine Light definitively and make repairs.
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