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1996 BMW 318IS E36

1.8L I4RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor593Torque5160Fluid7DTC642Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P0346high severityPowertrain

Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance Bank 2

on 1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4 · RWD

What this code means

CMP sensor A Bank 2 signal out of range.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough running

Common causes

  • Sensor issue
  • Timing chain
  • Reluctor damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scope signal
  2. Check timing

Repair notes

Replace sensor or repair timing.

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