Camshaft Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection

CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR INSPECTION [MZI 3.7 V6]

Visual Inspection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement

2. Remove the resonance chamber and air cleaner assy for easier access. Service and Repair

3. Disconnect the CMP sensor connector

4. Remove the CMP sensor. Service and Repair

5. Verify that there are no metal shavings on the CMP sensor.

- If there is a malfunction, remove any metal shavings that are adhering.

Resistance Inspection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement

2. Remove the CMP sensor connector.

3. Measure the resistance between CMP sensor terminals A and B.






- If not within the specification, replace the CMP sensor. Service and Repair

CMP sensor resistance
- 800-1,320 ohms [18-28 °C {65-82 °F}]