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P0340 99 jeep cherokee code

What code is my jeep throwing it says p0340 , whats that?

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P0340 JEEP - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit engine cylinder Bank 1 Sensor 1

Possible causes- Camshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
- Camshaft Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Camshaft Position Sensor
- Faulty starter motor
- Starting system circuit
- Dead (Weak) battery

Sometimes and in some models, low battery voltage or a weak starter can can trigger a Camshaft Position Sensor code.

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