Intrigue V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Camshaft Position Sensor: Description and Operation
Circuit Description
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor and CAM Signal
The camshaft position (CMP) sensor generates the signal sent to the PCM via the ignition control module. The ignition control module filters and buffers
the CMP signal. The ignition control module then relays the signal to the PCM. The PCM uses the CMP signal as a sync pulse to trigger the injectors in
proper sequence. This allows the PCM to calculate true Sequential Fuel Injection (SFI) mode of operation. If the PCM detects an incorrect CAM signal
while the engine is running, DTC P0341 will set.
If the PCM detects a loss of the CAM signal while the engine is running, the fuel injection system will shift to a calculated sequential fuel injection
mode. The PCM determines the fuel injector sequence based on the last fuel injection pulse received. In the calculated sequential fuel injection mode, the
engine will continue to start and run. However, with the fault present, a 1 in 6 chance of the correct injector sequence exists.
Refer to DTC P0341 for further information.
