[Image of the camshaft sensor location on the front of the engine, near the top]
[Image of the camshaft sensor location on the rear of the engine, near the top]
[Image of the camshaft sensor connector]
The camshaft sensor is a key part of the engine's ignition system, and it is responsible for sending a signal to the engine's computer to let it know when the piston is at the top of its stroke. This allows the computer to time the spark plug firing and fuel injection correctly. If the camshaft sensor fails, the engine will not be able to run properly, or may not run at all.
Here are the steps on how to replace the camshaft sensor:
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Locate the camshaft sensor on the front of the engine, near the top. It will be a small, cylindrical sensor with a single wire connector.
Unplug the wire connector from the camshaft sensor.
Remove the two bolts that hold the camshaft sensor in place.
Remove the camshaft sensor from the engine.
Clean the mating surfaces of the camshaft and the new camshaft sensor with a lint-free cloth.
Apply a thin film of oil to the o-ring of the new camshaft sensor.
Insert the new camshaft sensor into the engine.
Secure the camshaft sensor with the two bolts that you removed earlier.
Reconnect the camshaft sensor electrical connector.
Reconnect the negative battery cable.
Start the engine and check for leaks.
