P1174
Cam Sensor Fault
Severity
⚠️ MediumCan you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)
Symptoms
- Unstable engine idling
- Reduced engine power
- Increased fuel consumption
- Difficulty starting the engine
- Check Engine Light Is On
Causes
- Camshaft position sensor malfunction
- Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
- Poor contact in the sensor connector
- Mechanical damage to the camshaft toothed disc
- Wiring Harness Problems
How to Fix
- Check the condition of the sensor and its connector
- Check the integrity of the sensor circuit (resistance, voltage)
- Clean sensor connector contacts
- If necessary, replace the camshaft position sensor
- Check the condition of the toothed disc on the camshaft