Avensis Crankshaft Camshaft Error

My 2013 Toyota Avensis diesel is throwing a 'Crankshaft to camshaft reference value' error. 100648 km on the clock. Check engine light is on, power's down, throttle response is terrible, and fuel consumption is definitely up. I suspect the crank sensor, but has anyone seen this before?

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I had a similar issue with my Avensis. Same error code, same symptoms. Have you checked the wiring to the crank sensor? It could also be a failing cam sensor throwing things off. When was the last time your timing chain was inspected? It might be worth getting that checked as well.

Thanks for the reply. Wiring looks okay on initial inspection, no obvious damage. How did you eventually resolve your issue? Did you replace both crank and cam sensors? What was the final diagnosis?

I took it to a workshop in the end. They confirmed it was the crank sensor. They suggested that I could replace both sensors as a precaution, but only the crank sensor was defective. After replacement the problem was solved, and the engine ran smoothly again.

Appreciate the info. Crank sensor replacement did the trick, just like you said. 340€ all in. Runs like new now.

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