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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI1996ELANTRA L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1996 Hyundai Elantra L4-1.8L
Camshaft Position Sensor: Description and Operation
1996 Hyundai Elantra L4-1.8LSECTION Description and Operation
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Camshaft position sensor (CMP Sensor) senses the TDC point of No.1 cylinder in its compression stroke, whose signals are fed to the ECM to be used to determine the sequence of fuel injection.
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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.