P0346
High SeverityCamshaft Position Sensor A Range/Performance (Bank 2)
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Camshaft Position Sensor A Range/Performance (Bank 2)
Severity: HIGH SEVERITY
Meaning: Bank 2 cam sensor signal is out of expected range.
Safe to drive? NO if CEL is flashing. YES with caution if solid, but repair this week.
Estimated repair cost: $15 - $50
Most common causes:
- 1. Failing sensor (35-45% of cases)
- 2. Timing chain stretch (10-25% of cases)
Common Causes
How to Diagnose P0346
- 1Check sensor
- 2Compare cam/crank
- 3Check chain
OEM Procedures for P0346
P0346 affects the Camshaft Position Sensor. Found 16 OEM service manual procedures.
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
Camshaft Position Sensor (2RZ-FE, 3RZ-FE) - Replacement
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Related Codes
No signal from the bank 2 cam sensor.
Cam sensor signal is irregular or does not correlate with crank sensor.
The crankshaft and exhaust camshaft positions on bank 1 are out of sync. Similar to P0016 but for the exhaust cam. Often points to timing chain issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this the same diagnosis as P0341?
- Yes, same process on bank 2.
- Should I replace both cam sensors?
- Only if both are failing. Replace the one that triggered the code.
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Published by AllOEMManuals, founded by Lyndon Bedford, an automotive technician with 20 years of experience. He owned and operated a mechanic shop in Hurst, Texas from 2014 to 2022 and continues hands-on repair work.
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Last updated: 2026-10-29