Parts for your 2001 Daihatsu Gran move-Camshaft sensor

2001 Daihatsu Gran Move camshaft sensor — is it actually used?

Short answer: a separate camshaft position sensor isn’t used on the 2001 Daihatsu Gran Move sold in Australia and New Zealand. On this model (G303/G313 series, typically with the 1.6-litre HD-E/HD-EP single-cam EFI engine), the engine control system gets its cam timing reference from the ignition distributor, which houses the signal generator. In factory documentation it’s described as the NE and G pick‑ups inside the distributor rather than a stand‑alone “camshaft sensor”.

That conclusion lines up with Daihatsu’s service literature and parts listings for the Gran Move/Pyzar of this era. The workshop manual’s Engine Electrical section details a distributor with internal NE (engine speed) and G (cam reference) signals feeding the ECU, and the Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue for the G303/G313 shows no discrete camshaft position sensor part for the AU/NZ-spec 2001 model. Automotive data aggregators for local markets also list the distributor assembly and pick‑up but do not list a separate cam sensor for this vehicle.

Why didn’t Daihatsu use a separate camshaft sensor here? It’s the way these engines were engineered in the late 90s: the distributor handles both spark distribution and the timing signals the ECU needs. That kept the system simple, reliable, and cost‑effective, and the ECU could run batch or semi‑sequential injection without a dedicated cam sensor. Only later Daihatsu/Toyota DOHC engines with coil‑on‑plug (for example, some K3‑series in other models/markets) moved to discrete crank and cam sensors.

If someone’s chasing a “camshaft sensor” fault on a 2001 Gran Move, the practical target is the distributor’s internal signal generator and its wiring. A fault like P0340 (cam position circuit) can flag when the distributor’s G signal drops out, the timing belt has jumped, or the connector is corroded. Typical checks include:

• Inspect the distributor plug and wiring for oil ingress, corrosion, or broken pins.
• Test the pick‑up coil(s) in the distributor per the workshop manual (resistance and AC output while cranking).
• Confirm base ignition timing and timing belt alignment marks.
• Check ECU grounds and battery voltage stability while cranking.

If the pick‑up is faulty, it’s commonly serviced by replacing the distributor assembly or the internal signal generator where parts availability allows. There’s no separate cam sensor to order for this model, so listing this vehicle under “camshaft sensor” is more a naming mismatch than a part that actually bolts to the head. For rare market variations that did receive different engines, confirm by VIN against the Daihatsu EPC before purchasing parts.

Technical sources referenced: Daihatsu Pyzar/Gran Move (G303/G313) Service Manual — Engine Electrical (EFI/IGN) sections covering NE and G signals in the distributor, Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue (G303/G313, MY1997–2002, AU/NZ) showing no separate camshaft position sensor, local aftermarket data (workshop info cards and catalogue listings) identifying distributor-based timing on the 1.6 HD‑E/HD‑EP engine.

Popular questions about the 2001 Daihatsu Gran Move “camshaft sensor”

Does my 2001 Gran Move actually have a camshaft sensor?
For AU/NZ cars, no separate camshaft sensor is fitted. The cam reference comes from the distributor’s internal pick‑ups (often called NE and G). If you’re seeing a cam sensor code, you’ll be diagnosing the distributor signals and related wiring instead.

Why am I getting a P0340 code if there’s no cam sensor?
The ECU’s logic still labels the G signal circuit as “camshaft position”. If the distributor pick‑up fails, wiring opens, or the timing belt slips, the ECU can log P0340. Start with the distributor connector, test the pick‑up output, and verify timing marks.

Can I retrofit a separate camshaft sensor to my Gran Move?
Not practically. The ECU and loom are designed for the distributor-based system. The reliable fix is to repair wiring, set correct timing, or replace the distributor/pick‑up with quality parts.