OPERATION

CAMSHAFT AND CRANKSHAFT SIGNALS

Fig. 29: 4 Cylinder Cam & Crank Signals

NOTE: The graphic represents the relationship between camshaft and crankshaft sensors edges with camshafts in "lock pin" position (cam shafts are not "phasing"). This is normally seen during idle.

Depiction of good camshaft and crankshaft square wave signals for 4 cylinder engines.

Fig. 30: 6 Cylinder Cam & Crank Signals

Depiction of good camshaft and crankshaft square wave signals for 6 cylinder engines.

REMOVAL

2.4L FRONT

Fig. 31: Front Cam Sensor

1. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.

2. Disconnect electrical connector from camshaft position sensor.

3. Remove camshaft position sensor mounting screw.

Fig. 32: Removing/Installing Camshaft Position Sensor

4. Remove sensor.

2.4L REAR

Fig. 33: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Heat Shield - Remove/Install

1. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.

2. Disconnect electrical connector at sensor.

3. Remove nut retaining heat shield.

Fig. 34: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Heat Shield - Remove/Install

4. Pull heat shield out to uncover sensor.

5. Remove mounting bolt.

Fig. 35: Removing/Installing Camshaft Position Sensor

6. Remove sensor.

2.7L

Fig. 36: Cam Sensor Location 2.7L

The camshaft position sensor is mounted in the front of the head.

1. Disconnect electrical connector from sensor.

2. Remove camshaft position sensor screw.

3. Without pulling on the connector, pull the sensor out of the chain case cover.

3.5L

Fig. 37: 3.5L Camshaft Sensor

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable at battery.

2. Disconnect electrical connector (3) from camshaft position (CMP) sensor (2).

3. Remove bolt (1) and CMP sensor (2).