Safety Warning
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.
Camshaft Position Sensor: Replacement
- REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET NO.1 (See REPLACEMENT )
- DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (See ENGINE COOLANT )
- REMOVE V-BANK COVER
- REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER
- DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE NO.1
- REMOVE TIMING BELT COVER SUB-ASSY NO.3 LH (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
- Remove the bolt, stud bolt and sensor.
- INSTALL CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
- Install a new sensor with the bolt and stud bolt.
Torque: 7.5 N.m (76 kgf.cm, 66 in. lbf)
- Install a new sensor with the bolt and stud bolt.
- INSTALL TIMING BELT COVER SUB-ASSY NO.3 LH (See REPLACEMENT )
- CONNECT RADIATOR HOSE NO.1
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER INLET NO.1 (See REPLACEMENT )
- INSTALL ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER
- INSTALL V-BANK COVER
- REFILL ENGINE COOLANT (See ENGINE COOLANT )
- WARM UP ENGINE
- CHECK FOR ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS
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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.
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