Camshaft Position Sensor?

5.6L • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GLEN COFFMAN
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How many Camshaft Position Sensors are there?
Sep 17, 2026 at 10:13 AM
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There is one camshaft position sensor on the 2004 Nissan Titan 5.6L VK56DE. Here is the location in the image below. Can I ask what kind of problem are you having? Here is a guide that can help.

https://2carpros.com/articles/camshaft-position-sensor-symptoms/

This code can come up if the timing chains are worn out FYI.
Sep 17, 2026 at 11:59 AM
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GLEN COFFMAN
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I have seen conflicting information, hence my question. Example for TWO required, with One per cylinder bank "https://www.go-parts.com/garage/ps-2004-2016-nissan-titan-engine-camshaft-position-sensor" which may generate P0340 for Bank 1 and P0345 for Bank 2.
Sep 17, 2026 at 12:08 PM
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Nope, that is incorrect, there is only one, here is the wiring diagrams for the 2004 Nissan Titan so you can see for yourself.
Sep 18, 2026 at 4:39 PM
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GLEN COFFMAN
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Thank you! I appreciate the wiring diagram confirmation. This is for my son’s pickup and I have not had a chance to physically inspect it. This will allow me to order the ONE camshaft sensor.
Sep 19, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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You are welcome, let me know if you need me again.
Sep 19, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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GLEN COFFMAN
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FOLLOWUP: I finally located a copy of the 2004 Nissan Titan Service Manual ‘Engine Mechanical Section’ diagram. This diagram confirms that there is only ONE Camshaft Position Sensor. It is located at the REAR of the engine on the left bank (driver’s side) and annotated “14” on page EM-43.
Sep 19, 2026 at 1:51 PM
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Yep, that matches the diagram I provided above, nice to have confirmation. Thanks for letting us know.
Sep 20, 2026 at 9:27 AM
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