Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

3.7L Engine

Removal

CMP Location - 3.7L:

The Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) on the 3.7L 6-cylinder engine is bolted to the front/top of the right cylinder head.


1. Disconnect electrical connector at CMP sensor.

2. Remove sensor mounting bolt (CMP Location-3.7L).

3. Carefully twist sensor from cylinder head.

4. Check condition of sensor O-ring.

Installation

1. Clean out machined hole in cylinder head.

2. Apply a small amount of engine oil to sensor O-ring.

3. Install sensor into cylinder head with a slight rocking and twisting action.

CAUTION: Before tightening sensor mounting bolt, be sure sensor is completely flush to cylinder head. If sensor is not flush, damage to sensor mounting tang may result.

4. Install mounting bolt and tighten. Refer to torque specifications.

5. Connect electrical connector to sensor.