Chrysler Repair: locate cam sensor:3.3/ 3.8 V-6, camshaft sensor, cam sensor


Question
I am replacing the camshaft sensor. But I need to find the location on the 3.8L engine. Could you please tell me where the location is. Thanks  I have a 2005 Pacifica 2wd

Answer
Hi Ted,
It is located between the thermostat housing and the fuel rail nearby, in the chaincase cover. Lift tab to remove harness connector from sensor. There is a bolt to the side of the sensor that holds it in place and a hole in the near by bracket thru which you can insert the socket with extension to get a ratchet onto the bolt. Loosen and remove the bolt, then rotate the sensor away from the block and out of the hole; if it sticks tap on the top of it, it has a 0-ring that may be binding up.
Insert the new sensor with spacer on tip, after having put a few drop of oil around the O-ring; be sure tip touches against cam surface. Hold in touching position while tightening bolt to 10 foot-pounds. Reattach harness.
Roland
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