Cranks will not start and engine code p0340

2012 CHRYSLER 200
120,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANGEL11022
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I'm getting this code it says about a circuit about a camshaft but I checked and all my wiring is good. also I replaced the camshaft position sensor and still nothing. my car cranks but won't start?
Jul 20, 2020 at 11:58 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

When you checked the wiring, did you check the voltage to the sensor? You need to remove the connector and test for voltage at the sensor. The 2 end wires of the connector must have 5 volts with the key on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/abs-wheel-speed-sensor-test

I would also do a compression test to be sure it is not a chain issue with valve timing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

I would also start by checking the fuel pressure to be sure there is sufficient pressure for the system.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

When you crank the motor, does the tachometer move up a little showing RPM? That will tell me if the crank sensor is sending a signal to the ECM.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Roy
Jul 21, 2020 at 5:17 AM
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ANGEL11022
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Yes, i checked both wires and they say around 5 volts.
I checked the compression and they came out around 90 psi .
I checked my fuel pressure and it's fine.
When I try to start my car it shows little rpm.
Jul 23, 2020 at 2:20 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, first, compression is low. Sounds like the valve timing is off and that alone will set the 340 code.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

I attached a YouTube video on the timing marks for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxhx83g1LYE

Second, how many wires on the cam sensor?

What was the fuel pressure reading?

Roy

Jul 23, 2020 at 3:18 PM
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ANGEL11022
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So I checked my cam sensor again and I barely realized that my other sensor was broken.
Also some water got mixed with oil in my engine.
Jul 31, 2020 at 4:07 PM
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ANGEL11022
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Here's the cam shaft sensor rear:
Jul 31, 2020 at 5:14 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, did you check the timing belt marks to see if they are correct?

Roy
Jul 31, 2020 at 9:37 PM