Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor

Alldata Editors Note: Ford provides NO procedure to replace the Camshaft Position Sensor without the special tool shown in this article.

REMOVAL

Syncro Positioning Tool:

CAUTION: A special tool must be used during the installation of the replacement synchronizer assembly. Failure to follow this procedure will result in the fuel system being out of time with the engine, possibly causing engine damage.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.







2. Disconnect the connector from the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor.

Syncro Positioning Tool:

3. Remove the screws and the camshaft position sensor.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.