2009 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Camshaft Position Sensor: Installation

HINT:

Although the part name refers to the No. 1 crank position sensors, this procedure is for the camshaft position sensors.

Fig 1: Locating Bolt And No. 1 Crank Position Sensor
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  1. INSTALL NO. 1 CRANK POSITION SENSOR 
    1. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-rings on the No. 1 crank position sensors.
      Fig 2: Locating O-Rings
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    2. Intake camshaft side:
      1. Install the No. 1 crank position sensor with the bolt.

        Torque: 10 N*m (102 kgf*cm, 7 ft.*lbf) 

        Fig 3: Locating Bolt And No. 1 Crank Position Sensor
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      2. Connect the No. 1 crank position sensor connector.
        Fig 4: Locating No. 1 Crank Position Sensor Connector
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    3. Exhaust camshaft side:
      1. Install the No. 1 crank position sensor with the bolt.

        Torque: 10 N*m (102 kgf*cm, 7 ft.*lbf) 

        Fig 5: Locating Bolt And No. 1 Crank Position Sensor
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      2. Connect the No. 1 crank position sensor.
        Fig 6: Locating No. 1 Crank Position Sensor Connector
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      3. Connect the 3 engine wire harness clamps and duty vacuum switching connector.
  2. INSPECT FOR OIL LEAK 
  3. INSTALL NO. 2 CYLINDER HEAD COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
    Fig 7: Locating Engine Wire Harness Clamps
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • • 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.