Camry CNG & Gasoline Models, & Camry Solara

2000 Toyota Tacoma Base, 2D Pickup, 2.4 L, StandardSECTION Camry CNG & Gasoline Models, & Camry Solara
  1. Disconnect electrical connector at camshaft position sensor. Camshaft position sensor is located at timing belt end of cylinder head, on firewall side of engine. See Figure. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between electrical terminals on camshaft position sensor.
  2. Ensure camshaft position sensor resistance is within specification. See CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCEΒ  table. Replace camshaft position sensor if resistance is not within specification. See IGNITION SYSTEMS in REMOVAL, OVERHAUL & INSTALLATION - 4-CYLINDER article. Reinstall electrical connector on camshaft position sensor.
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