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1997 BMW 318TI E36

1.9L I4 M44RWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0343high severityPowertrain

Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit High Bank 1

on 1997 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD

What this code means

High signal from CMP sensor A Bank 1.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Hard starting

Common causes

  • Short to power
  • Faulty sensor

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test voltage
  2. Check for shorts

Repair notes

Replace sensor.

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