Name: Camshaft Position Sensor to suit Nissan Maxima J31 J32 PJ31 and Murano Z50 Z51 3.5L VQ35DE
Brand: Aftermarket OEM Replacement
SKU: CSCA524-2
Price: 59.97 AUD
Availability: InStock

BRAND NEW *OEM Quality* camshaft position sensor to suit Nissan Maxima J31 J32 and Murano Z50 Z51 with the 3.5L VQ35DE V6.

Maxima and Murano owners usually meet this fault as a rough idle that turns into a hard hot restart at the petrol station. Replacing the cam sensor clears it. Stocked in Melbourne and shipped Australia-wide.

TO SUIT

Fits the Nissan Maxima J31 sedan 2003 to 2009 including the PJ31 variant, the J32 sedan 2008 to 2014, and the Murano Z50 SUV 2005 to 2008 and Z51 SUV 2009 to 2015, all with the 3.5L VQ35DE. This is the transverse-mounted V6 application - the sensor sits on the rear bank facing the firewall.

FITMENT CHECK

Murano Z51 was built with two different cam sensors. This listing covers the 3-PIN oval plug version only. If your existing sensor has a 2-pin connector it is a different part and will not fit.

OEM PART NUMBERS

23731-AL61A
23731-AL615
23731-AL616
23731-AL61D
23731-AL61E
23731-AL610
23731-AJ616
23731-7Y000
23731-7Y001
23731-95F0B
7701060598 (Renault)
SG1B000 (Hitachi)
2508102 (Hitachi)

Some catalogues also list this sensor under 23731-4M500 / 23731-4M50B / 23731-4M506. Match the 3-pin oval plug before ordering.

OTHER PART NUMBERS

VEMO: V38-72-0066
NTK-AU: EC0237
HELLA: 6PU 013 122-621
HELLA: 6PU 013 122-631
VDO / Continental: 2803550340302
Walker Products: 235-1149
Ashika: 152-01-102
Goss: SC269
OEX: OSCA524

PACKAGE INCLUDES

1 x camshaft position sensor with 3-pin oval connector, supplied without cable. Mounts left hand side - angled.

ABOUT THIS SENSOR

The camshaft position sensor tells the ECU where the camshaft is in its rotation so fuel injection can be sequenced correctly against the crankshaft signal. On the transverse VQ35DE it is mounted on the rear bank and is awkward to reach, which is why the fault is often chased elsewhere first.

As the sensor degrades the ECU cannot confirm cam-to-crank correlation and defaults to a batch-fire injection strategy. On Maxima and Murano that shows as a shudder at idle, a flare or hunt on the CVT and a check engine light that clears then returns.

COMMON SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE

Rough or hunting idle that smooths out above 2000rpm
Hard restart when the engine is hot after a short stop
CVT flare or delayed engagement when moving off
Check engine light with P0340 P0341 P0344 or P0365
Loss of power under acceleration with no boost or fuel fault
Intermittent stalling at low speed or when parking

[10/02 - 03/07] NISSAN 350Z AAZ33 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 206kW)
[11/05 - 03/07] NISSAN 350Z AAZ33 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 221kW)
[04/07 - 04/09] NISSAN 350Z BAZ33 (3.5L V6 VQ35HR 230kW)
[07/02 - 12/06] NISSAN 350Z Z33 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[01/07 - 04/09] NISSAN 350Z Z33 (3.5L V6 VQ35HR 230kW)
[03/01 - 08/10] NISSAN CIMA HF50 (3.0L V6 VQ30DET 206kW)
[08/00 - 04/02] NISSAN ELGRAND APWE50 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 177kW)
[08/00 - 04/02] NISSAN ELGRAND E51 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 177kW)
[07/02 - 07/10] NISSAN ELGRAND E51 (JDM IMPORT) (2.5L V6 VQ25DE 134kW)
[12/04 - 12/10] NISSAN ELGRAND ME51 (2.5L V6 VQ25DE 137kW)
[12/04 - 12/10] NISSAN ELGRAND MNE51 (2.5L V6 VQ25DE 137kW)
[11/10 ON] NISSAN ELGRAND PE52 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 206kW)
[12/03 - 12/05] NISSAN MAXIMA J31 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[01/06 - 05/09] NISSAN MAXIMA J31 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[10/03 - 06/08] NISSAN MAXIMA PJ31 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 170kW)
[06/09 - 09/14] NISSAN MAXIMA J32 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[07/08 - 12/13] NISSAN MAXIMA J32 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 183kW)
[01/05 - 12/08] NISSAN MURANO Z50 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[08/05 - 09/08] NISSAN MURANO Z50 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 172kW)
[01/09 - 12/15] NISSAN MURANO Z51 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[12/05 - 12/11] NISSAN NAVARA D40 (4.0L V6 VQ40DE 198kW)
[07/05 - 12/13] NISSAN PATHFINDER R51 (4.0L V6 VQ40DE 198kW)
[10/13 - 07/16] NISSAN PATHFINDER R52 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 190kW)
[07/16 - 12/20] NISSAN PATHFINDER R52 (3.5L V6 VQ35DD 202kW)
[02/01 - 12/07] NISSAN SKYLINE HV35 (3.0L V6 VQ30DD 191kW)
[01/06 - 12/07] NISSAN SKYLINE NV35 (2.5L V6 VQ25DD 158kW)
[08/00 - 11/06] NISSAN SKYLINE V35 (2.5L V6 VQ25DD 158kW)
[06/01 - 10/06] NISSAN SKYLINE V35 (JDM IMPORT) (2.5L V6 VQ25DD 158kW)
[01/03 - 11/06] NISSAN SKYLINE CPV35 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 206kW)
[02/01 - 12/07] NISSAN SKYLINE PV35 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 200kW)
[01/01 - 12/07] NISSAN SKYLINE V35 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 206kW)
[06/01 - 10/06] NISSAN SKYLINE V35 (JDM IMPORT) (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[10/01 - 06/03] NISSAN STAGEA HM35 (3.0L V6 VQ30DD 191kW)
[10/01 - 09/07] NISSAN STAGEA M35 (JDM IMPORT) (2.5L V6 VQ25DET)
[10/01 - 09/07] NISSAN STAGEA M35 (JDM IMPORT) (3.0L V6 VQ30DD)
[10/01 - 09/07] NISSAN STAGEA M35 (JDM IMPORT) (3.5L V6 VQ35DE)
[10/01 - 06/03] NISSAN STAGEA NM35 Turbo (2.5L V6 VQ25DET 206kW)
[08/04 - 12/07] NISSAN STAGEA PM35 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 200kW)
[08/04 - 12/07] NISSAN STAGEA PNM35 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 200kW)

How do I test a crankshaft or camshaft position sensor?

Use an OBD2 scanner to check for fault codes P0335 to P0338 (crankshaft) or P0340 to P0349 (camshaft). You can also test the sensor with a multimeter - inductive sensors should show resistance between 200 and 1,000 ohms, while Hall effect sensors require a live voltage test with the engine cranking. Erratic or absent RPM signal on a live data scanner is a strong indicator of sensor failure.

Can a cam or crank sensor fault cause my vehicle to go into limp mode?

Yes. A faulty crankshaft position sensor in particular can cause the ECU to lose engine speed and position data entirely, which may trigger limp mode or prevent the engine from starting. A faulty camshaft sensor on variable valve timing engines can cause the VVT system to default to a fixed position, significantly reducing power and fuel economy.

Do cam and crank sensors need to be programmed after replacement?

In most cases no - aftermarket OEM replacement sensors are direct plug-in replacements that require no programming. However some vehicles, particularly late model European makes including BMW and Mercedes-Benz, may require a crankshaft adaptation reset using a dealer-level scan tool after replacement. Check your vehicle service information before replacing the sensor.

What are the symptoms of a faulty crankshaft position sensor?

Symptoms include intermittent stalling, engine not starting, rough idle, misfires, and a Check Engine light with codes P0335-P0338. In severe cases the engine will crank but not start as the ECU cannot determine crank position for ignition timing.

What are the symptoms of a faulty camshaft position sensor?

Symptoms include poor performance, misfires, difficulty starting, rough idle, and fault codes P0340-P0343. Variable valve timing systems (VVT) will also be affected, causing sluggish response and increased fuel consumption.

Can I drive with a bad crankshaft position sensor?

If the sensor has failed completely the engine will not start or will stall and not restart. If it is intermittently failing, driving is dangerous - the engine can cut out without warning. Replace it immediately.

Do I need to replace both the cam and crank sensor at the same time?

Not necessarily - replace whichever has failed based on fault codes and diagnosis. However, if your vehicle has high kilometres and one has failed, it is worth considering replacing both as they are similar in age and condition.

Identification
SKU	CSCA524-2
Barcode #	8435050639740
Brand	Aftermarket OEM Replacement
Part Numbers
Part Number	CSCA524
Reference OEM Number	23731-AL61A
Other OEM Numbers	23731-AL61A, 23731-AL615, 23731-AL616, 23731-AL61D, 23731-AL61E
Related Part Numbers	CSCA524, SC269, CAM-076M, SS10817, OSCA524
Trade Part Numbers	VEMO: V38-72-0066, NTK-AU: EC0237, HELLA: 6PU 013 122-621
Product Specifics
Product Type	SENSOR
Sensor Type	CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Fitting Position	Left Hand Side - Angled
Number of pins	3-Pin
Connector Shape	oval
Supplementary Article Info	without cable
Fitting Depth	37.8 mm
Voltage	12 V
Housing Colour	Black
Mounting Type	Bolted
Compatible Makes	Nissan
Fitment Type	Direct Replacement
Other Details
Note	3-pin oval plug only - the 2-pin variant will not fit.