Hi guys, would appreciate any pointers please on what I should do next.
In summary:
- Went to start my 4R couple days ago and the engine was cranking but not starting. I've had battery issues for a while as I don't drive it much and not sure when the the battery was replaced, so assumed this was the issue.
- Hooked up jump leads and it cranked much faster, but no start. I checked the codes and had P0325 (knock sensor code I've had for a while), then 3 new ones P0335, P0340, P0420. Again my guess was low current from the battery was causing stuff to play up.
- I cleared the codes then hit it with a quick spritz of starting fluid and she fired right up. The next day I put a new battery in too and all my codes (apart form knock sensor) were cleared and she was running like a champ. Put some miles on her (highway and local) including stopping/starting the engine multiple times and no issues at all.
Today, I went to move the truck (parked again on my drive, slight incline) and the same issue, cranking but no start. This time only the P0340 code (camshaft position sensor) was showing. I tried the starting fluid trick and no dice. Also moved her to a flat surface (there's just under a quarter tank of fuel) and still no good.
I've ordered a replacement crank position sensor which should be here tomorrow. I'm a little hesitant jumping into replacing it however as I'm not mechanically amazing. The truck is supercharged and the s/c tensioner pulley is blocking the cam cover from being removed easily. I've included a pic from a member here who posted the same issue about difficulty removing the cam cover but didn't get a response.
Do you guys have any pointers or should I bite the bullet and get her towed to a mechanic? Thank you!!