CAM sensor location needed

Hi,

Facing the engine from the front of the vehicle, it will be on the left side at the end of the cylinder head. See pic 1.

Here is a link that shows in general how one is replaced:

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

Here are the directions specific to your vehicle for replacement:

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1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC
Procedures
Vehicle Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Computers and Control Systems Camshaft Position Sensor Service and Repair Procedures
PROCEDURES
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected or reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relearns its strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.

2. Partially drain cooling system.
3. Remove upper radiator hose from water bypass tube and position water bypass tube out of the way.
4. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor.
5. Remove CMP sensor retaining screw and sensor from engine front cover.

INSTALLATION
1. Make sure CMP sensor mounting surface is clean and sensor O-ring is properly located on CMP sensor.
2. Position camshaft position sensor and install retaining screw. Tighten to 8-12 Nm (71-106 lb in).

CAUTION: Do not overtighten CMP sensor retaining screw or possible damage to CMP sensor may occur.

3. Connect engine control sensor wiring to CMP sensor.
4. Install upper radiator hose onto the water bypass tube. Properly position hose clamp on the upper radiator hose.
5. Fill and bleed engine cooling system.
6. Connect battery ground cable.

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Let me know if that helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe