Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect intake valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
Remove the sensor.
Visually check the sensor for chipping.

Fig 1: Checking Exhaust Valve Timing Control Position Sensor
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Check resistance as shown below.

RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION CHART

Terminal No. (Polarity)	Resistance Ω [at 25°C (77°F)]
3 (+) - 1 (-)	Except 0 or ∞
2 (+) - 1 (-)
3 (+) - 2 (-)

Fig 2: Checking Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor Resistance

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

If NG, replace intake valve timing control position sensor. Refer to INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR (LH) .