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Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor

  1. Disconnect intake valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
  2. Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
  3. Remove the sensor.
  4. Visually check the sensor for chipping.
    Fig 1: Inspecting Sensor
    G04074644Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Check resistance as shown below.
    TERMINALS RESISTANCE REFERENCE

    Terminal No. (Polarity) Resistance Ω [at 25°C (77°F)]
    3 (+) - 1 (-) Except 0 or [Infinity]
    2 (+) - 1 (-)
    3 (+) - 2 (-)
  6. If NG, replace intake valve timing control position sensor.
    Fig 2: Identifying Resistance
    G04074645Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.