Camshaft Position Sensor: Installation

If the removed sensor is reinstalled, clean off the old spacer on the sensor face. Attach a NEW SPACER to the face of the sensor before installation.  If installing a new sensor, confirm that the paper spacer is attached to the face.

1. Install sensor in the timing belt housing and push sensor down until contact is made with the camshaft sprocket. While holding the sensor in this position, install and tighten the retaining bolt to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.) torque.
2. Attach electrical connector to sensor.
3. Install the upper intake plenum, (see INSTALLATION (UPPER) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - INTAKE MANIFOLD in 3.5L V6 ENGINE article.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.