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Component Inspection

CHECK CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (PHASE)-I
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
3. Disconnect camshaft position sensor (PHASE) harness connector.
4. Remove the sensor.
5. Visually check the sensor for chipping.
  Is the inspection result normal?
  
  YES: GO TO 2.
  
  NO: Replace malfunctioning camshaft position sensor (PHASE). Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  
  Fig 1: Inspecting Camshaft Position Sensor (PHASE)-I
  Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

CHECK CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (PHASE)-II

Check the resistance camshaft position sensor (PHASE) terminals as per the following.

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

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: INSPECTION END

NO: Replace malfunctioning camshaft position sensor (PHASE). Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".