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paulaheld49

Peugeot 208 Camshaft Sensor Issue

My 2023 Peugeot 208, gasoline engine, is acting up at 166142 km. Starts rough, stalls at idle sometimes, and the check engine light is on. I suspect the camshaft sensor. My gut says the encoder wheel on the camshafts might be bad. Anyone seen this before? I am seeing a P0341 code.

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moritzschaefer60

That sounds nasty! P0341 points right at the camshaft position sensor. First, did you scope the signal from the sensor itself? A wonky waveform can tell you a lot. Also, have you checked the wiring harness and connector for any corrosion or damage? Sometimes it's a simple fix like a bad connection throwing everything off. Ignition timing could be all over the place!

paulaheld49 (Author)

Good call on scoping the signal - I haven't gone that far yet. What kind of waveform am I hoping to see, and what should I be looking for that screams 'problem'?

moritzschaefer60

Right, you want a nice, clean square wave. Jitter, dropouts, or a generally weak signal indicate a failing sensor or, as you suspect, issues with the encoder wheel. Since you have high mileage I would not rule out that the encoder wheel could be damaged, or maybe even that the timing belt skipped a tooth. But considering your symptoms, it's probably best to get it to a shop. Repair cost will be somewhere around 695€

paulaheld49 (Author)

Appreciate the insight! I took it to my mechanic, and you nailed it. The encoder wheel was indeed the culprit, and the camshaft sensor was throwing a fit because of it. Now I can finally rest. Thanks!

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