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Camshaft position sensor location and replacement?

Tiny
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How do you change the Camshaft sensor on a 2006 Dodge Stratus. I believe the engine is a 2.4.
Saturday, December 1st, 2012 AT 9:48 PM

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Tiny
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CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

REMOVAL
The camshaft position sensor is mounted to the end of the cylinder head.

Remove the negative battery cable.
Disconnect the PCV hose and reposition.

Cam Sensor/EGR Valve/PCV Valve

Disconnect electrical connectors from the camshaft position sensor.
Remove camshaft position sensor mounting screws. Remove sensor.

Target Magnet Removal/Installation

Loosen screw attaching target magnet to rear of camshaft and remove magnet.

INSTALLATION

Target Magnet Installation

The target magnet has locating dowels that fit into machined locating holes in the end of the camshaft.

Install target magnet in end of camshaft. Tighten mounting screw to 3 N.M (30 in. Lbs.) Torque. Over torqueing could cause cracks in magnet. If magnet cracks replace it.
Install camshaft position sensor. Tighten sensor mounting screws to 13 N.M (115 in. Lbs.) Torque.
Carefully attach electrical connector to camshaft position sensor. Installation at an angle may damage the sensor pins.
Connect the PCV Valve hose.
Connect the negative battery cable.

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Saturday, December 1st, 2012 AT 9:59 PM
Tiny
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My engine light came on, machine check said cam shaft sensor. Car bucks like it is not getting gas or there is water in the gas. Seems to be worse when going uphill. I changed the sensor. Still having same problem. Machine check is still saying cam shaft sensor. Frustrated
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:17 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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First, a code number never identifies a bad part, just a failed system.

Anyway, many issues with the wiring on these cam sensors being soaked with oil and the wires loosing there insulation and shorting together. Remove the connector and uncover the harness about 12-14 inches and I bet you find this issue.

Roy
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:17 PM (Merged)
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Fault codes never say to replace parts. The codes tell you which circuit needs to be diagnosed further. It's true that about half the time the sensor is the cause of the problem but you also have to look at the wiring and in particular, the connectors. Look for loose or corroded pins first. Next, perform electrical measurements at the sensor. How those tests are done depends on which engine you have.
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:17 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check the sensor's resistances, getting an input signal and returning it back to the computer-
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:17 PM (Merged)
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I need HELP finding the camshaft sensor location. I have and need to replace the sensor but I'm having a little trouble finding it. Can anyone help?
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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This is for a 2.4l


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/307763_Noname_5.jpg


This is for a 2.7l


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/307763_Noname_6.jpg

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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Where is a camshaft position sensor located?
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Its at left rear of engine. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_chm_1.jpg

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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Where is the cam sensor located on a 2004 Dodge Stratus.
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Cam position sensor V6 2.7l engine is located at front of engine at the cylinder head


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/99387_Graphic1_58.jpg

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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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CHUCK3737
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I got a 2003 dodge stratus and the code turned out to be my cam sensor. Changed it 2 times! I get to 2200 rpm and the car loses power and jerks.I turn it off then restart it and it is fine 4 a bit. Some times it wont start after this problem happens so I have to shake the the wires that go to my cam sensor and it seems fine. Please help.I need this car to get my son to school.
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Its a cam sensor and not a crank sensor?
What do you have for codes?
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Im not sure but the tec told me it was my cam sensor but I have changed it twice. Sometimes I have to shake the wires cumin out of the plugin on the cam sensor and then the car runs fine for a little while
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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That is an indication of a bad wire and or connector
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Just wanted to say thanks.
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Where is the camshaft positioning sensor located?
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Here is a guide to help walk you through the steps of replacing the sensor and a diagrams below to show you no your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/camshaft-angle-sensor-replacement


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/99387_dodge_24_1.jpg

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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:18 PM (Merged)
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Electrical problem
2002 Dodge Stratus Automatic

where is the cam sensor located
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Saturday, November 28th, 2020 AT 4:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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2.4 l it is located at the end of the head on the end of the cam


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/1639_24_1.jpg



2.7 L it is located on the front of the engine at cylinder head


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/1639_27_1.jpg

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