Where is the cam sensor located on a 1988 Buick Park Avenue

1988 BUICK PARK AVENUE
130,000 MILES
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ZYDON57
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Where is the cam sensor located on a 1988 Buick Park Avenue
Sep 10, 2011 at 9:26 PM
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PROMECHANIC
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It is located on the lower right side of engine below the water pump.
Sep 11, 2011 at 3:12 AM
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ZYDON57
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Thank you so much.
Sep 11, 2011 at 6:14 AM
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PROMECHANIC
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You are welcome. Let me know if you need anything else.
Sep 11, 2011 at 6:18 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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This picture may help you.

Make sure the magnet in the timing gear is still in place before you change the sensor. It's very common for that to fall out.
Sep 11, 2011 at 1:38 PM
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ZYDON57
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Thank you so much for the advice and picture. I will post if I run into any problems with the install.
thanks again!
Sep 11, 2011 at 8:07 PM
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PROMECHANIC
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Great. Good luck with your car.
Sep 11, 2011 at 8:11 PM