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Component Inspection

EXHAUST VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR-I
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect exhaust valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
3. Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
4. Remove the sensor.
5. Visually check the sensor for chipping.
Is the inspection result normal?

YES: GO TO 2.

NO: Replace malfunctioning exhaust valve timing control position sensor.

Fig 1: Checking Exhaust Valve Timing Control Position Sensor For Chipping
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

EXHAUST VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR-II

Check resistance exhaust valve timing control position sensor terminals as shown below.

TERMINALS RESISTANCE REFERENCE

Terminals	Resistance
1 (+) - 2 (-)	Except 0 or ∞ Ω [at 25°C (77°F)]
1 (+) - 3 (-)
2 (+) - 3 (-)

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: INSPECTION END

NO: Replace malfunctioning exhaust valve timing control position sensor.