Removal & Installation (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

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Clean area around Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor before removal to prevent debris from entering engine. CMP sensor is located at the top center rear of engine. See Fig 1.
Loosen retaining bolt on intake manifold sight shield at top of engine. See Figure. Remove intake manifold sight shield from top of engine. Disconnect CMP sensor harness connector.
Remove CMP sensor retaining bolt. See Fig 2. Remove CMP sensor. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten CMP sensor retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Locating Camshaft Position Sensor & Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

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Fig 2: Removing/Installing Camshaft Position Sensor (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

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