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Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair



Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the camshaft position (CMP) sensor wiring harness jumper (2).
2. Remove the water pump.




3. Remove the CMP sensor bolt.
4. Remove the CMP sensor and wiring harness jumper from the engine front cover.
5. Disconnect the CMP sensor wiring harness jumper from the CMP sensor.
6. Remove the CMP sensor from the wiring harness jumper.

Installation Procedure






Important: Do not reuse the original O-ring seal.

1. If reinstalling the old CMP sensor, install a NEW O-ring seal onto the sensor.
2. Install the CMP sensor to the wiring harness jumper.
3. Connect the CMP sensor wiring harness jumper to the CMP sensor.
4. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
5. Install the CMP sensor and wiring harness jumper to the engine front cover.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

6. Install the CMP sensor bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




7. Install the water pump.
8. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the CMP sensor wiring harness jumper (2).