Codes PO345 and C1201, while driving the camshaft vac, traction and check engine light turned on?

2008 LEXUS RX 350
155,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KEYA KNOTT
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Hello,

Driving on the highway over the weekend my car started shaking and the vac, traction and check engine lights all came on.
I noticed a week more so before that it seemed like it wasn't getting enough power and dragging. AutoZone gave me the codes PO345 and C1201.
I Need to know how many camshaft sensors are in my car.
And the location of them.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
I bought a new camshaft sensor.
May 29, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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STEVE W.
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There are a total of 4 camshaft sensors (VVT sensors in Toyota speak) However the code you have show as Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit (Bank 2) Which translates to Bank 2 intake camshaft sensor is showing a fault. The sensor you are looking for is right next to the oil fill on the valve cover. First check the wiring close, if it's damaged it can set the same code. The sensor has a single bolt. When you install the replacement just snug it down good. The spec if 7 lb ft but it isn't critical.
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May 30, 2025 at 1:04 AM