Codes P0339 and P0300?

2014 RAM 1500
180,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FARMBOYANDREW
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Just purchased this pickup. Got it for cheap because it ran a little rough and would only go into reverse and 1st gear. Throws a P0339 and P0300 code. CMP and CKP sensors have both been replaced. I’ve checked wiring from both sensors to PCM. On both sensors, the reference and signal wires show 4.99v, 0 ohms, continuity from PCM connector to sensor connector on all 3 wires. Neither signal or reference wire is grounded out. Ground wires are also good from sensors to PCM. There is a noticeable slight chirp coming from the rear of engine. The “chirping” is coming from inside the engine. Is it possible I have a bad lifter/valve that could be throwing these codes? I believe my transmission issue is all due to being in limp mode. Check engine light and traction control light are both illuminated as well. I’m sure I’m leaving something out as I’ve been trying to track this problem down for a day and a half now.
Nov 21, 2024 at 3:56 PM
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STEVE W.
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The most common cause I've seen for a P0339 (crankshaft sensor circuit code) was that someone put an aftermarket crank position sensor in, and it bent the connector pin sockets open just enough they don't make a tight connection. The next most common was that the sensor had corrosion under it that was enough to push it away from the reluctor wheel and that caused a drop out because of a weak signal. Both are very common. A bad lifter won't cause this code, but it can cause the P0300 if it's due to the typical hemi cam follower problem. That issue would cause the chirp you are hearing as well. The TC and transmission issue could be related as well.
For the sensor I tend to remove the bolt, pull the sensor out carefully so it doesn't break off in the block. Then use a rag to clean the bore, then I use a dauber with some silicone grease on it to block the sensor bore and then scrub the area around the bore with a wire brush and scraper to remove and corrosion. Then a bit of silicone grease around the sensor and reinstall it.
Nov 22, 2024 at 12:26 AM
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FARMBOYANDREW
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Thank you, I will take a better look at the connector sockets and clean the area around the bore very well. Then it will be onto figuring out this p0300 code, traction and transmission issue. Thank you.
Nov 22, 2024 at 5:24 AM
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STEVE W.
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Check the sensor and clear the codes and see what comes back. I suspect the chirp is related, however we try to keep answers about different problems as individual items.
Nov 22, 2024 at 6:07 AM
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Just purchased this pickup. Got it for cheap because it ran a little rough and would only go into reverse and 1st gear. Throws a P0339 and P0300 code. CMP and CKP sensors have both been replaced. I’ve checked wiring from both sensors to PCM. On both sensors, the reference and signal wires show 4.99v, 0 ohms, continuity from PCM connector to sensor connector on all 3 wires. Neither signal or reference wire is grounded out. Ground wires are also good from sensors to PCM. There is a noticeable slight chirp coming from the rear of engine. The “chirping” is coming from inside the engine. Is it possible I have a bad lifter/valve that could be throwing these codes? I believe my transmission issue is all due to being in limp mode. Check engine light and traction control light are both illuminated as well. I’m sure I’m leaving something out as I’ve been trying to track this problem down for a day and a half now.
Nov 22, 2024 at 9:46 AM (Merged)