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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 223 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 5.3L - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Camshaft Position Sensor Assembly, Jumper Harness & Front Cover

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Reconnect the camshaft sensor (5) and the jumper harness (4).
Install the O-ring (6) on the camshaft sensor assembly (4, 5).
Reconnect the camshaft position sensor assembly (4, 5, 6) and the engine harness connector (3).

IMPORTANT: Before installing the camshaft sensor assembly, apply a small amount of clean motor oil to the O-ring (6).

Install the camshaft position sensor assembly (4, 5, 6) in the front cover (7).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the camshaft position sensor mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the camshaft position mounting bolts 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (5.3L and 6.0L Engines) .

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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.