Codes P0390, P0365, P0345, P0341, andP0340, Camshaft position sensor?

2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU
190,000 MILES • 3.6L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KELLYJOBART
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Codes p0390, P0365,P0345,P0341,P0340.

I have the car listed above LTZ, can you please help with diagram of location? And let me know what fuses to check or what to do first.

Thanks for the help,
Kelly
Jan 17, 2024 at 2:14 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The codes indicate a problem with each of the four camshaft position sensors (see pic below). Did these all set at once? How is the engine presently running? Is the engine oil clean and full?

Also, has anything ever been done with the timing chains? This vehicle has three of them. There is a primary and two secondary chains. If these all set at the same time, there is a chance the primary is off.

Pic 2 shows the locations of the 4 sensors.

Let me know.

Joe

See pics below.
Jan 17, 2024 at 5:58 PM
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KELLYJOBART
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It will not start, and i am about to lose my job so I really need to fix it. It is do for an oil change but it's -30 below so not today. So, what should I try first?
Jan 17, 2024 at 10:28 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the starter is engaging and turning the engine, see if it starts with starter fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know it's a fuel issue. If there is no change, check to see if there is spark to the plugs.

Here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Also, if you could record the engine cranking and upload it for me to hear, that would be helpful. Since we have codes for all cam sensors, I'm questioning if there is an issue with engine timing. I should be able to tell by listening to it crank.

Let me know.

Joe
Jan 18, 2024 at 1:34 PM