Where is the camshaft A and B Bank 1 and 2 sensors located?

JASON2NICKI

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2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER
3.5L
V6
4WD
AUTOMATIC
127,272 MILES

On the vehicle listed above S where is the camshaft sensor A side and B side we have a code that the camshaft senor A and misfire but can't locate a 100% guaranteed spot. We see both. And which side of the motor is bank 1. We have code bank 1 over retarded and want to make sure that's the ones under the dash since the motor is side ways compared to others. Please help with location of camshaft A location and Bank 1 location. Also, the VVT solenoid, which one is on the camshaft A side?

Thursday, March 27th, 2025 AT 3:57 AM

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KEN L

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I have seen the engine oil be low or need to be changed which can cause these codes. Bank one is against the fire wall. Let me know how it goes.

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Thursday, March 27th, 2025 AT 11:02 AM

JASON2NICKI

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We have already changed the oil and even changed brands because we read that that might be an issue. But thank you!

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Thursday, March 27th, 2025 AT 11:52 AM

KEN L

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Np, I need to say that most of the time the sensor will not fix the problem, what happens is the timing chain stretches, or the camshaft actuators are not working correctly due to wear or the oil control valves are clogged or stuck open. FYI.

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Friday, March 28th, 2025 AT 9:11 AM