Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor

1996 PCED OBDI

SECTION 18: Diesel Diagnosis — 7.3L DI Engine

G: Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
Introduction

Signal Functions

The camshaft position (CMP) sensor is a Hall-effect type sensor that generates a digital frequency, as windows in a target wheel pass through its magnetic field. The frequency of the windows passing by the sensor as well as the width of selected windows allows the powertrain control module (PCM) to detect engine speed and position.

Engine Speed — Is determined by counting the 12 windows on the cam gear each camshaft revolution.

Fuel Timing Control — The position of cylinders No. 1 and No. 4 is determined by distinguishing a narrow or wide window on the camshaft gear.

Engine Mode Selection — Allows the PCM to discern when the engine is in the off, crank or run mode.

Injection Control Pressure — Engine speed is one of the controlling variables in the calculation of desired injection control pressure.

Exhaust Back Pressure — Exhaust back pressure control is a function of engine speed and load.

Fuel Quantity Control/Torque Limiting — Engine torque and fuel is controlled and is dependent on engine speed. Fuel quantity is determined by engine speed.

Detection/Management

An inactive CMP signal during cranking is detectable by the PCM. An inactive CMP signal will cause a no start condition. Electrical noise can also be detected by the PCM. If the level is sufficient to effect engine operation, a corresponding DTC will be set.

Note

After removing connectors, always check for damaged pins, corrosion, loose terminals, etc.

CONNECTOR CHECKS TO GROUND (B-)
(CHECK WITH SENSOR CONNECTOR DISCONNECTED AND IGNITION KEY OFF, ALL ACCESSORIES OFF)
Test Points	Spec.	Comments
A to Grd	<5 ohms	Resistance to ground check with key off. If greater than 5 ohms the harness is open.
B to Grd	>5 ohms	Resistance less than 5 ohms indicates a short to ground.
C to Grd	>5 ohms	Resistance less than 5 ohms indicates a short to ground.

CONNECTOR VOLTAGE CHECKS
(CHECK WITH SENSOR CONNECTOR DISCONNECTED AND IGNITION KEY ON)
Test Points	Spec.	Comments
A to Grd	0-.25 volts	If greater than .25 volts signal wire is shorted to VREF or battery.
B to Grd	5 volts ± .5V	VREF check with key ON.
C to Grd	12 volts	If less than B+ check for open or grounded wire or high resistance.

HARNESS RESISTANCE CHECKS
(CHECK WITH BREAKOUT BOX INSTALLED ON HARNESS ONLY)
Test Points	Spec.	Comments
No. 65 to A	<5 ohms	Resistance from sensor connector to 104 pin connector.
No. 90 to B	<5 ohms	Resistance from sensor connector to 104 pin connector.
No. 49 to C	<5 ohms	Resistance from sensor connector to 104 pin connector.

DTC Descriptions

0340 = CMP sensor circuit malfunction.

0341 = CMP sensor circuit performance.

0344 = CMP sensor circuit intermittent.

G: Pinpoint Tests