P1346 · blink 18 – VVT sensor / camshaft timing range
- System
- Engine - VVT
- Dashboard light
- Check engine light (MIL)
- Check-engine blink code
- 18
- Applies to
- 1SZ-FE (by platform)
- Description
- VVT sensor / camshaft timing range
- Possible causes
- Trouble area: 1.Valve timing wrong (timing chain) 2.Camshaft position sensor 3.VVT controller
- What to check
- Checking points: 1.Check valve timing marks 2.Check camshaft position sensor 3.Check timing chain and tensioner
- Confidence
- medium (Toyota Echo 1999–2002 factory diagnostics, same XP10 platform; not confirmed on JDM 1SZ-FE)
From the factory service material. Clear the code and test-drive to confirm it returns. Search all fault codes · Common problems · Warning lights

