Camshaft Position Sensor

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Camshaft Position Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus SC 430, 2002 Lexus LS 430, 2002 Lexus IS 300, 2002 Lexus GS 430, and 2002 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove engine cover. Locate Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor. See CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATIONΒ  table. Remove intake air connector pipe, if necessary. Disconnect CMP sensor 2-pin connector. Measure resistance between CMP sensor terminals. Replace CMP sensor if resistance is not as specified. See CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCEΒ  table.

CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATION

Application Location
GS300 & IS300 Left Rear Intake Side Of Cylinder Head
GS430, LS430 & SC430 Mounted To Front Of Left Upper (No. 3) Timing Belt Cover
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE

Coolant Temperature Β°F (Β°C) Ohms
-14-122 (-10-50) 835-1400
123-212 (51-100) 1060-1645
RENDER: 1.0x

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