PamPoovey Posted May 5, 2018 Share Posted May 5, 2018 The OBD2 gives code P0021, which, according to another thread, that means camshaft position sensor. I've looked at the manual and I can only locate 1 camshaft position sensor: It's listed here as #19 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/manual%20-camshaft%20sensor0001_zpsxzqu8vgl.jpg Under electrical section: F36 (I've marked in purple) http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/manual%20-camshaft%20sensor0003_zps18ig3s36.jpg Which I base on what is on the list here: http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/manual%20-camshaft%20sensor0004_zpsuyt30jiv.jpg And because of how it's also called PHASE in above, I found it on the top picture here: http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/manual%20-camshaft%20sensor0002_zpspthcbmc2.jpg Other sites talk about one near a firewall, but it's not saying for my model specifically. I've also read others that have lost power, feeling like Pathy is a 2 cylinder. I don't want to get to that stage! Everything still runs like it was prior to the engine light. If there is a second one, where is it located and does it have a different name? Thank you sooo very much in advance!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 6, 2018 Author Share Posted May 6, 2018 Since I don't see a way to edit above, I wanted to ask some more questions because I am getting more confused. If I look up this part based on the number, clearly seen here: #1 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/IMG_20180504_1849185_zpsai0lq3rt.jpg It matches the numbers on here #2 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/IMG_20180504_1849185_zpsai0lq3rt.jpg but if you look up a crank shaft sensor, it looks like the one in the picture on the 4th link from previous post, also here: #3 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/IMG_20180504_1849185_zpsai0lq3rt.jpg you see the second picture has the crankshaft sensor but that looks nothing like the 1st link in this post. And here's additional pictures of that first image/ link: #4 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/IMG_20180504_1849185_zpsai0lq3rt.jpg #5 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/IMG_20180504_1849185_zpsai0lq3rt.jpg Perhaps things are mislabeled or that I am over thinking things??? Thanks again for your all your help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 14, 2018 Author Share Posted May 14, 2018 I could only locate one sensor in the end, and whatever reason that Nissan part is labeled crankshaft sensor, it's the part I needed to replace, and everything is good under the 'hood once more. I had only noticed a slight off sound before the part replacement. I found it for $66 on ebay, but could had spent half that if I wanted non Nissan. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrariowner123 Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 Totally unrelated, but i have to do this.... Just let it happen... -Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 15, 2018 Author Share Posted May 15, 2018 Almost pot on, mate! Not sure if you could find an appropes Pam Poovey clip for the forum. lol But such a nice feeling not having that engine light on any longer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 18, 2018 Author Share Posted May 18, 2018 The engine light came back on yesterday, with the same code. I am at a loss As you know, I scoured the schematics and I looked at the engine again, but I can't find something that duplicates the shape of the one that I did find in the front. Anyone got spot map/ instructions to locate it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 18, 2018 Author Share Posted May 18, 2018 I am posting this for future peeps that may come across my very issue. according to this website https://www.nissanpartsdeal.com/parts-list/2002-nissan-pathfinder/distributor-ignition-timing-sensor.html?Diagram=221_F002 it's on the bottom right, closest to the engine. The part number for bank 2 is Nissan part 23731-4W000 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/camshaft%20position%20sensor%20bank%202_zps8firyfgp.png 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 24, 2018 Author Share Posted May 24, 2018 Alright, I've replaced it. Here's pictures to help out the next person: Camshaft position sensor bank 2 http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/camshaft%20sensor%20bank2_zpsfabtwdzw.jpg There's a rubber fitting with it, mine was loaded up with thick black gunk, which seemed fine once I carefully scraped it all off: http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/washer%203_zpsgim55uju.jpg http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj181/BWBlackarachnia/washer1_zps2bpmyjhc.jpg I see I've got a leak somewhere above but the look of the oil pan, sigh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamPoovey Posted May 29, 2018 Author Share Posted May 29, 2018 Light is back on pulling the same code. I've spent $166 on parts with money I don't truly have to spare. I am going mental.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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