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1997 FORD TAURUS

3.0L V6 DuratecFWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor479Torque3852Fluid6DTC683Battery1Maintenance0Recalls5
P0341high severityPowertrain

Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1

on 1997 Ford Taurus 3.0L V6 Duratec · FWD

What this code means

CMP sensor A Bank 1 signal is out of expected pattern.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough running
  • Poor performance

Common causes

  • Sensor issue
  • Timing chain stretch
  • Reluctor ring damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scope CMP signal
  2. Check timing chain
  3. Inspect sensor

Repair notes

Check timing components. Replace sensor.

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