Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Fig 5 Camshaft Position Sensor:

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect camshaft position sensor electrical connector from the wiring harness connector (Fig. 5).

Fig 6 Camshaft Sensor Bolt Removal/Installation:

2. Remove bolt holding sensor (Fig. 6).
- There is a hole in the bracket for tool access to the sensor bolt.

Fig 7 Camshaft Sensor Removal/Installation:

3. Rotate sensor away from block (Fig. 7).
4. Pull sensor up out of the chain case cover.
- Do not pull on the sensor lead.
- There is an 0-ring on the sensor case. The 0-ring may make removal difficult.
- A light tap to top of sensor prior to removal may reduce force needed for removal.

Fig 8 Camshaft Position Sensor And Spacer:

NOTE: If the removed sensor is reinstalled, clean off the old spacer on the sensor face. A NEW SPACER must be attached to the face before installation. Inspect 0-ring for damage, replace if necessary. If the sensor is being replaced, confirm that the paper spacer is attached to the face and 0- ring is positioned in groove of the new sensor (Fig. 8).

INSTALLATION
1. Apply a couple drops of clean engine oil to the 0-ring prior to installation.
2. Install sensor in the chain case cover and rotate into position.
3. Push sensor down until contact is made with the camshaft gear.
- While holding the sensor in this position, install and tighten the retaining bolt 14 Nm (125 in lb) torque.
4. Connect camshaft position sensor electrical connector to harness connector.