Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

Camshaft Position Sensor:

1. Disconnect camshaft position sensor electrical connector from the wiring harness connector.

Camshaft Sensor Bolt Removal/Installation:

2. Remove bolt holding sensor. There is a hole in the bracket for tool access to the sensor bolt.

Camshaft Sensor Removal/Installation:

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

INSTALLATION

Camshaft Position Sensor And Spacer:

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 O-ring for damage, replace if necessary. If the sensor is being replaced, confirm that the paper spacer is attached to the face and O-ring is positioned in groove of the new sensor.
1. Apply a couple drops of clean engine oil to the O-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. lbs.) torque.
4. Connect camshaft position sensor electrical connector to harness connector.