Where is the camshaft position sensor on a 96 ford ranger 4-cylinder?

The camshaft position sensor (CMP sensor) on a 1996 Ford Ranger 4-cylinder engine is located on the front of the engine, near the distributor (if equipped) or the distributorless ignition system components. It's usually mounted on the cylinder head, fairly close to the camshaft sprocket or gear.

Because the exact location can vary slightly depending on the specific engine (there were a few different 4-cylinder options for that year), a visual inspection with the help of a repair manual or a diagram specific to your engine is recommended. You can find diagrams online by searching for "[your engine code] Ford Ranger camshaft position sensor location" replacing "[your engine code]" with the code found on your engine. This code is usually stamped on a metal plate on the engine block.