The back end of the camshaft position sensor broke off

Tiny
DAVID LALANDE
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  • 2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
  • 6.2L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 130,000 MILES
The back end of the sensor broke off and pieces are inside. What do I do?
Sunday, March 21st, 2021 AT 10:08 AM

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Tiny
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If you are not able to get them out with needle nose pliers then you are going to have to remove the valve cover and retrieve them. There is a chance that they will settle into a place in the top of the head that does not cause an issue but I would not leave them as the result could be damage to the engine.

Let me know if you have questions. I attached the process below for the right cover. Thanks
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Monday, March 22nd, 2021 AT 5:15 PM

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