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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1992TAURUS V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1992 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1992 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOSECTION Service and Repair
CAUTION: Syncro Positioning Tool T93P-12200-A (303-453) must be obtained prior to installation of the replacement synchronizer assembly. Failure to follow this procedure will result in the fuel system being out of time with the engine, possibly causing engine damage.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the engine torque strut.
3. Remove the power steering belt, then the pump pulley.
4. Disconnect the camshaft sensor wiring connector.
5. Remove the camshaft sensor retaining screws and then the sensor.
6. Install the camshaft sensor and retaining screws, torquing the screws to 22-31 lb. in. (2.5-3.5 N-m).
7. Connect the camshaft sensor wiring connector.
8. Install the power steering pulley, then the belt.
9. Install the engine torque strut and the battery ground cable.
Camshaft Sensor:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the engine torque strut.
3. Remove the power steering belt, then the pump pulley.
4. Disconnect the camshaft sensor wiring connector.
5. Remove the camshaft sensor retaining screws and then the sensor.
6. Install the camshaft sensor and retaining screws, torquing the screws to 22-31 lb. in. (2.5-3.5 N-m).
7. Connect the camshaft sensor wiring connector.
8. Install the power steering pulley, then the belt.
9. Install the engine torque strut and the battery ground cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.