2015 Kia Sedona EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Removal

WARNING:
  • DO NOT remove the camshaft position sensor while the engine is running or right after engine is turned off. The part and engine oil is hot and can cause burns.

[Bank 1/Intake] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  3. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
    Fig 1: Camshaft Position Sensor Connector
    G10648867Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the mounting bolt, and then remove the engine hanger (A).
    Fig 2: Engine Hanger
    G10648868Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the mounting bolt, and then vertically remove the sensor (A) from the cylinder head cover.
Fig 3: Cylinder Head Cover Sensor
G10648869Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 1/Exhaust] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  3. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
  4. Remove the mounting bolt, and then vertically remove the sensor from the cylinder head cover.
Fig 4: Camshaft Position Sensor Connector
G10648870Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 2/Intake] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
  3. Remove the mounting bolt, and then vertically remove the sensor (B) from the cylinder head cover.
Fig 5: Cylinder Head Cover Sensor (Bank 2/Intake)
G10648871Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 2/Exhaust] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
  3. Remove the mounting bolt, and then vertically remove the sensor (B) from the cylinder head cover.
Fig 6: Cylinder Head Cover Sensor (Bank 2/Exhaust)
G10648872Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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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.