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Replacing With New Sensor

The camshaft position sensor is located on the timing chain case above the water pump and under the throttle body (Figure ).

If a new replacement camshaft position sensor is to be installed, use this procedure.

  1. Disconnect the sensor wiring harness connector from sensor.
    Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor
    G03587658Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
    Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Sprocket
    G03587659Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  2. Remove the sensor mounting bolt.
  3. Carefully pry the sensor from the timing chain case/cover in a rocking action with two small screwdrivers.
  4. Remove the sensor from vehicle.