Crankshaft Position / Camshaft Position Correlation
2013-2019 Cadillac XTS 3.6L V6
Description
The PCM detected that the crankshaft position sensor and camshaft position sensor signals are not in proper correlation. This code is most common on Vortec V8 and V6 engines with distributors, particularly the 5.7L, 5.0L, and 4.3L. On distributor-equipped engines, this is often caused by a worn distributor gear or incorrect timing.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Engine misfires
- Sputtering and hesitation
- Loss of power
- Difficulty exceeding low speeds
- Stalling
- Rough idle
- Hard starting
Common Causes
- Worn distributor gear or bearing
- Incorrect distributor timing
- Faulty CKP or CMP sensor
- Stretched timing chain
- Jumped timing
- Worn camshaft reluctor wheel
Diagnostic Steps
- Check distributor for excessive play or wear
- Verify ignition timing with timing light
- Test CKP and CMP sensor signals
- Inspect timing chain for stretch
- Compare cam and crank sensor waveforms with scope
Repair Notes
On distributor-equipped engines (5.7L Vortec, 4.3L), check distributor gear and bearing first. Adjust distributor timing if equipped. On timing-chain engines, check chain stretch.
Related Codes
Other Powertrain Codes
- P0001Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open
- P0002Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance
- P0003Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low
- P0004Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High
- P0010Intake Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0011Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0012Intake Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
- P0013Exhaust Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit/Open Bank 1
- P0014Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1
- P0015Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1
P1345 on Other Vehicles
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2013-2019 2.0L Turbo I4
Cadillac ATS
2013-2019 2.5L I4
Cadillac ATS-V
2016-2019 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6
Cadillac CT4
2020-2024 2.0L Turbo I4
Cadillac CT4
2020-2024 2.7L Turbo I4
Cadillac CT4-V
2020-2024 2.7L Turbo I4
Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing
2022-2024 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6
Cadillac CT5
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Common Questions
What does code P1345 mean on a 2013-2019 Cadillac XTS?
P1345 stands for "Crankshaft Position / Camshaft Position Correlation". The PCM detected that the crankshaft position sensor and camshaft position sensor signals are not in proper correlation. This code is most common on Vortec V8 and V6 engines with distributors, particularly the 5.7L, 5.0L, and 4.3L. On distributor-equipped engines, this is often caused by a worn distributor gear or incorrect timing.
What are the symptoms of P1345 on a Cadillac XTS?
Common symptoms of P1345 include: Check Engine Light, Engine misfires, Sputtering and hesitation, Loss of power, Difficulty exceeding low speeds, Stalling, Rough idle, Hard starting.
What causes P1345 on a 2013-2019 Cadillac XTS?
Common causes of P1345 include: Worn distributor gear or bearing, Incorrect distributor timing, Faulty CKP or CMP sensor, Stretched timing chain, Jumped timing, Worn camshaft reluctor wheel.