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P1340 VAG - Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations)

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for VAG. All interpretations of P1340

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1340 means

P1340
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor 1/Bank 1/ crankshaft position (CKP) sensor - out of sequence VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Camshaft position (CMP) sensor 1/Bank 1/ crankshaft position (CKP) sensor - out of sequence circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Valve timing
  • CKP/CMP sensor installation
  • CKP sensor rotor
Applies to Audi
P1340
Camshaft Position Sensor (G40) / Engine Speed Sensor (G28): Incor. Correlation VAG · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Camshaft Position Sensor (G40) / Engine Speed Sensor (G28): Incor. Correlation circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17748. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Possible causes

  • Timing Belt/Chain incorrectly installed
  • Camshaft Position Sensor (G40) faulty
  • Engine Speed Sensor (G28) faulty

Recommended checks

  • Check Timing Belt/Chain installation
  • Check/Replace Camshaft Position Sensor (G40)
  • Check/Replace Engine Speed Sensor (G28)
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1340

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

340

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1340

What does P1340 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (2 interpretations). The control module detected a fault associated with the Camshaft position (CMP) sensor 1/Bank 1/ crankshaft position (CKP) sensor - out of sequence circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Is P1340 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1340 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1340 at file level?

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