Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Infiniti Q45. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect intake valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
Remove the sensor.
Visually check the sensor for chipping.
Check resistance as shown below.

Fig 1: Checking resistance Intake Valve Timing Control Position (1 Of 2)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 2: Checking resistance Intake Valve Timing Control Position (2 Of 2)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
If NG, replace intake valve timing control position sensor.