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Sensor, Camshaft Position: Removal: 5.7L/6.4L

Fig 1: Camshaft Position Sensor, Connector, Bolt & Timing Cover
GC0095240Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

The Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) (1) is located on the right side of the timing cover (2) near the engine thermostat housing.

  1. Disconnect the air cleaner and resonator assembly. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL, 5.7L or BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL .
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector (4) at the CMP sensor (1).
    Fig 2: CMP Sensor Retaining Bolt & Sensor
    GC0082810Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  3. Remove the CMP sensor retaining bolt (3).
  4. Using a slight rocking motion, carefully remove the CMP sensor (2) from the timing cover (1).
  5. Check the condition of CMP sensor O-ring, replace as necessary.