On my 2000 nissan altima, is my camshaft position sensor in the distributor? I got an error code that its the camshaft position sensor, but cannot find the part itself, only in a new distributor. Is this the case? Or is there somewhere I should check?

P0340 Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction Full list of the OBD2 DTC from P0300 to P0399

Code 11 crankshaft position sensor or Camshaft position sensor. Code 21, Ignition Signal, Diagnostic Tree . Best to take to dealer for repairs and to remove codes, the codes do not mean the units are faulty ,just there is a fault, could be just a bad connection.

Hi William,here's a link to your camshaft sensor,it is saying that it is built into your distributor.Here'a what it says about your p0340 code.

under $50 for camshaft sensor, $150-200 for distributor assy. call a parts store or go on line to a parts store, you'll know real quik as far as parts, labor is another question, yours or $50 / hr minimum for theirs.

Here's a link to where your Crankshaft position sensor is. GET 25 GIFT CARD FOR EVERY 100 SPENT ON ONLINE SHIP TO HOME ORDERS ,yes,the camshaft sensor is in the distributor.Also check this video out. 2000 Nissan frontier 3 3L V6 no crank no start possible lo

They may be right. I cannot find the part. here is what the manual says:

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION The camshaft position sensor is located inside the distributor. On some distributors, the camshaft position sensor is not serviceable (replacement parts may not be available separately). If the camshaft position sensor is serviceable, use the following procedure.

1. Remove the distributor cap and wires.
2. Remove the rotor.
3. Remove the camshaft position sensor cap.
4. Remove the camshaft position sensor mounting screws.
5. Carefully remove the camshaft position sensor.

To install:

1. Position the camshaft position sensor in the distributor and tighten the mounting screws securely.
2. Install the camshaft position sensor cap.
3. Install the rotor.
4. Install the distributor cap and wires.

In the kit there are two sensor that look identical. The one for the crankshaft has a white paint mark on it near the bolt hole. Make sure that it is in the right location.

I am not sure where in a Sentra, but in a Quest 1993-02, it is in the distributor (integral). Common problem with Quest is that brown dust covers optical sensor under slotted wheel under rotor. If dust, the bearing is failing and you need new distributor. Clean optical sensor and see if it starts and runs. Get dist. on ebay.

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i have a hyundai getz i require a camshaft sensor can i drive with a faulty one

Crank position sensor on a 2000 Altima is inside the distributor. Your model car does't have any other sensors (cam sensor). All inside the distributor.