Auto >> AutoSPT >  >> Engine

Where is the camshaft position sensor on a 1992 Buick regal?

The location of the camshaft position sensor (CMP sensor) on a 1992 Buick Regal depends on the engine. Buicks of that year used a few different engines. To find it accurately, you need to know the exact engine code, which is usually found on a sticker under the hood or on the engine block itself.

However, generally speaking, the CMP sensor on a 1992 Buick Regal is most likely located at either:

* Near the distributor (if it has a distributor): Older engines with distributors often had the CMP sensor integrated into or very near the distributor.

* On the side of the cylinder head: More modern engines (even those from 1992) might have the CMP sensor mounted directly on the cylinder head, near the camshaft sprocket. It's often a small sensor with one or two wires.

To find it reliably:

1. Identify your engine code: This is crucial.

2. Consult a repair manual specific to your engine: A Haynes or Chilton manual for your year and engine will have a diagram showing the sensor's exact location. Online repair databases, such as those requiring subscriptions, are also helpful.

3. Use an online parts diagram: Websites selling auto parts (like AutoZone, Advance Auto Parts, etc.) usually have diagrams you can browse using your vehicle's year, make, model, and engine. Search for "camshaft position sensor" in their parts catalog.

Without the specific engine code, any further guidance would be unreliable.