Where is the camshaft position sensor located and how to replace it?

2008 FORD EXPLORER
125,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KERRI ANNE HOYTE
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My truck has a check engine light, and the error code has come up with a camshaft position sensor (circuit bank 1). I have recently been using experiencing “jerking” and what feels like a delay from the time I hit the gas to the car actually accelerating. I found the part for about $20.00 and would like to replace it myself. How would I replace the sensor? Where exactly is it located, do you have any diagrams that would help? Thank you so much for your time and help!
May 25, 2023 at 9:27 AM
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The Camshaft Position Sensor is located on the engine, typically near the top and in the vicinity of the camshaft itself.

Bank one is on the same side as cylinder #1 here is the location of the sensor so you can replace it. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.

May 25, 2023 at 4:56 PM
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