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Repair Procedures: Removal

WARNING:
  • DON'T remove the camshaft position sensor during engine running or right after engine stops, or a scald by the flowed out engine oil may occur.

[Bank 1/Intake] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (B) after removing the clip (A).
  3. Remove the installation bolt (C), and then remove the sensor.
Fig 1: Locate Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Bank 1/Intake)
G11793844Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 1/Exhaust] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (B) after removing the clip (A).
  3. Remove the installation bolt (C), and then remove the sensor.
Fig 2: Locate Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Bank 1/Exhaust)
G11793845Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.