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Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor

  1. CMP sensor is located inside distributor. If a fault is present in CMP sensor, Code 11 may be set in ECM memory. If Code 11 is set, perform DTC 11 - CMP SENSOR in the TESTS W/CODES article.
  2. To test CMP sensor, remove distributor. Leave wiring harness connected. Using a voltmeter, connect negative lead to ground and alternately connect positive lead to 1-degree signal terminal and 120/180-degree signal terminal. See CMP SENSOR INPUT SIGNAL TERMINALS  table. See Fig 1 .
  3. Measure voltages at both terminals while rotating distributor by hand. Voltage should fluctuate between 0-5 volts. If either voltage signal does not fluctuate between 0-5 volts, check harness for short or open circuit. If no problems are found, replace CMP sensor.
CMP SENSOR INPUT SIGNAL TERMINALS

Application 1-Degree Signal 120/180-Degree Signal
Sentra Terminal No. 4 Terminal No. 3
Fig 1: Distributor Wiring Harness Connector Terminals
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