Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the underhood junction block.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the camshaft position (CMP) sensor.




4. Remove the CMP sensor studs.
5. Remove the CMP sensor.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Rotate the crankshaft until number 4 piston is at top dead center (TDC) on the compression stroke. Refer to the crankshaft damper-to-front-cover timing marks.
2. Install the NEW camshaft position sensor housing seal.




3. Align the timing mark on the housing with the timing mark on the hex shaft.




4. Install the camshaft position sensor housing.
5. Install the camshaft position sensor housing studs.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the camshaft position sensor housing studs to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

6. Install the underhood junction block.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.