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Creig
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1/13/2006
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My check engine light came on today and when I check the codes by doing the on/off trick three times I get a P0344 code, a P0340 code, then a P done code. What do these mean?? Thanks.
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Creig
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1/13/2006
15:08:32
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I just went to this website -http://www.obdii.com/codes.html - and it tells me that P0340 is "Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction" and that P0344 means "Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Intermittent". How do I fix this??
Creig
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modain
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1/13/2006
15:25:15
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It could start with the camshaft position sensor being bad. Make sure the wire connections are good. Make sure the sensor is securely attached. I don't know how to test the sensor, but if it's cheap just replace it.
The sensor is on the front of the passenger side head, pointing down, in front of the exhaust port. It comes off the head in a perpendicular mounting position.
If the code(s) persist(s) then it could the the sensor's tonewheel (under the valve cover) could be causing the problem.
These are good places to start...
What's your left foot doing?
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2002 Graphite QC SLT Plus, 4.7L, NV3500, Superchips 3715, 3.92 LSD, loads o'fun...
2001 Patriot Blue Durango SLT, 4.7L, 45RFE, Superchips 3715, 3.55 Open (for now)
1999 Forest Green Dakota RC Sport, 2.5L, NV1500, 3.55 Open
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Creig
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1/13/2006
15:34:56
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Thanks modain...I'll check what you suggested. Does it hurt to drive it the way it is for a while??
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modain
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1/13/2006
18:59:49
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Typically when the MIL is on steady there is no drivability issue. If it blinks that is the warning that you should not continue driving; damage to something could occur. I'm not sure in your case, but if you have other transportation I think you'd be best to let the Dak sit until you get this sorted out...
What's your left foot doing?
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2002 Graphite QC SLT Plus, 4.7L, NV3500, Superchips 3715, 3.92 LSD, loads o'fun...
2001 Patriot Blue Durango SLT, 4.7L, 45RFE, Superchips 3715, 3.55 Open (for now)
1999 Forest Green Dakota RC Sport, 2.5L, NV1500, 3.55 Open
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Jecht
Dodge Dakota
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1/15/2006
05:05:08
| RE: check engine light '03 4.7 liter
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if the truck is still under warranty take to dodge and get it fixed.
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Creig
Dodge Dakota
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1/16/2006
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It's an '03 but it has 52,000 miles on it. I'm out of the warranty....right??
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Jecht
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1/16/2006
14:39:14
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if you dont have a extended warranty. then yes your out of warranty.
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Dan F
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1/16/2006
14:42:38
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How did you pull those codes? Did you use one of those decoders that plug in under the dash? Ive priced those things at AdvanceDiscount and the one needed for "newer" vehicles was $150, didnt seem worth it to me if I just need an O2 sensor or something minor. Ive used one before when I had an '83 camero and it was dirt cheap. Any other way to get the codes without that device or paying labor. Are there cheaper ones out there that will do the job just as well?
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Creig
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1/16/2006
14:47:37
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turn your ignition key on then off switch three times and the your odometer will show the codes. I got this tip on this website from another message board.
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Dan F
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1/16/2006
14:49:33
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Rock'n, thanks
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Dan F
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1/16/2006
15:09:30
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P0551 Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
P0455 Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
P0442 Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
This is what mine pulled, The Emissions dont worry me, because of my county, unless it should?
My power steering has been making some bad whinning noises coming from pump/pulley along with burnt looking fluids, is the P0551 the culprit???
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daddio
Dodge Dakota
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1/16/2006
16:02:45
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there is a pressure sensor on one of the power steering hoses that is pretty well known for leaking. you should check it. usually when that sensor leaks it sends fluid through the wiring harness down to the O2 sensor on that side causing it to send false info to the PCM.
the P0442 could just be a defective and/or loose gas cap. the P0455 is probably a cracked or leaking connection in the evaporative system.
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