What does code P1345 mean?

Q: What does code P1345 mean?

VVT Sensor Circuit Malfunction Bank 1. P1345 on Toyota vehicles indicates that the powertrain control module has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for the camshaft position sensor on bank 1, which Toyota refers to as the VVT (Variable Valve Timing) sensor. The computer monitors the signal wire for an unexpected voltage, an open circuit, or a short to ground or power, and it sets this code when the signal does not match the expected pattern during engine operation.

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P1345 · ToyotaVVT Sensor Circuit Malfunction Bank 1

P1345 on Toyota vehicles indicates that the powertrain control module has detected an electrical fault in the circuit for the camshaft position sensor on bank 1, which Toyota refers to as the VVT (Variable Valve Timing) sensor. The computer monitors the signal wire for an unexpected voltage, an open circuit, or a short to ground or power, and it sets this code when the signal does not match the expected pattern during engine operation.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeToyota specific

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaIgnition system and misfire

Guidance is general and written for Toyota vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.