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Diagnostic reference · P0344

P0344

Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent Bank 1 or Single Sensor

System
Ignition and misfire (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Ignition

What it means

P0344 means Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent Bank 1 or Single Sensor.

Where it lives

For P0344, the sensor sits on the circuit this code reports. The description of P0344 puts it on bank 1.

Check these first

  • An intermittent cam sensor A fault
  • A loose or corroded sensor A connector
  • A poor sensor A ground circuit
  • Wiring chafing on the sensor A circuit
  • Low oil pressure or worn engine parts

What to do next

  1. Monitor cam position sensor A on a scan tool for dropouts
  2. Inspect the sensor A connector and wiring for looseness
  3. Check the sensor A ground circuit
  4. Wiggle test the harness while watching the signal
  5. Replace cam position sensor A if it drops out
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.