Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

SENSOR-CAMSHAFT POSITION

REMOVAL




The Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) (3) is bolted to the front/top of the right cylinder head (1).
1. Disconnect electrical connector at CMP sensor.
2. Remove sensor mounting bolt (2).
3. Carefully twist sensor from cylinder head.
4. Check condition of sensor O-ring.

INSTALLATION




1. Clean out machined hole in cylinder head.
2. Apply a small amount of engine oil to sensor O-ring.
3. Install sensor (3) into cylinder head (1) with a slight rocking and twisting action.

CAUTION: Before tightening sensor mounting bolt, be sure sensor is completely flush to cylinder head. If sensor is not flush, damage to sensor mounting tang may result.

4. Install mounting bolt (2) and tighten to 12 N.m (106 in. lbs.).
5. Connect electrical connector to sensor.