Removal (3.8L California & 3.8L SC)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Unplug harness connector from Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor. Remove CMP sensor mounting screws and sensor from CMP housing. See Figure.
- If CMP sensor housing is to be removed from engine front cover (6019), go to next step. If camshaft position sensor housing is not being removed, go to step 4).CAUTION: Prior to removal of CMP sensor, set cylinder No. 1 to 26° After Top Dead Center of compression stroke. Then note position of CMP sensor connector. The installation procedure requires that the connector be located in same position.
- Remove hold-down clamp (12270) including bolt and washer. The oil pump intermediate shaft (6A618) should be removed with CMP sensor housing.
- Remove CMP sensor housing from engine front cover.