Removal (3.9L & 5.9L)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The camshaft position sensor is located in the distributor. See Fig 1. Distributor removal is not necessary to remove camshaft position sensor.
- Remove air cleaner assembly. Disconnect negative cable from battery. Remove distributor cap from distributor (two screws).
- Disconnect camshaft position sensor wiring harness from main engine wiring harness. Remove distributor rotor from distributor shaft.
- Lift the camshaft position sensor assembly from the distributor housing. See Fig 1.