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2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE

6.2L V8•4WD•AUTOMATIC•gas
6 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0342high severityPowertrain

Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Bank 1

on 2011 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L V8 · 4WD

What this code means

Low or no signal from CMP sensor A Bank 1.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Hard starting
  • No start

Common causes

  • Faulty sensor
  • Short to ground
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test sensor
  2. Check for shorts
  3. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Replace sensor or repair wiring.

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