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The Fix for Honda Camshaft End Play

July 24, 2023

Honda says they are getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on and DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft endplay.

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Honda recommends replacing the affected camshaft and thrust cover together along with the damaged CMP sensor.

This bulletin applies to 2016-2017 Honda Pilot and 2017 Ridgeline vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine. Honda says they are getting reports of reduced engine power with the MIL on and DTC P0369 (CMP sensor circuit intermittent interruption) and signs of excessive camshaft endplay.

Honda has found that the camshaft thrust cover surface roughness is out of spec. To reduce end play, some techs are replacing the camshaft thrust cover. But eventually the camshaft will just machine the thrust cover again, resulting in further excessive end play.

Honda recommends replacing the affected camshaft and thrust cover together along with the damaged CMP sensor. Be sure to check for damage to the camshaft pulley. If damaged, replace it.

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Information courtesy of Mitchell 1

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