Cranks will not start and engine code P0340

ANGEL11022

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2012 CHRYSLER 200
2.4L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
120,000 MILES

I'm getting this code it says about a circuit about a camshaft but I checked and all my wiring is good. Also I replaced the camshaft position sensor and still nothing. My car cranks but won't start?

Monday, July 20th, 2020 AT 11:58 PM

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ASEMASTER6371

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Good morning,

When you checked the wiring, did you check the voltage to the sensor? You need to remove the connector and test for voltage at the sensor. The 2 end wires of the connector must have 5 volts with the key on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/abs-wheel-speed-sensor-test

I would also do a compression test to be sure it is not a chain issue with valve timing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

I would also start by checking the fuel pressure to be sure there is sufficient pressure for the system.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

When you crank the motor, does the tachometer move up a little showing RPM? That will tell me if the crank sensor is sending a signal to the ECM.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Roy

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Tuesday, July 21st, 2020 AT 5:17 AM

ANGEL11022

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Yes, I checked both wires and they say around 5 volts.
I checked the compression and they came out around 90 psi.
I checked my fuel pressure and it's fine.
When I try to start my car it shows little rpm.

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Thursday, July 23rd, 2020 AT 2:20 PM

ASEMASTER6371

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Okay, first, compression is low. Sounds like the valve timing is off and that alone will set the 340 code.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

I attached a YouTube video on the timing marks for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxhx83g1LYE

Second, how many wires on the cam sensor?

What was the fuel pressure reading?

Roy

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