Crank shaft position sensor location

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On this vehicle, it is in the distributor. Here are the directions for replacement. Also, the attached picture correlates with the directions.

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1999 Dodge or Ram Truck RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC
Procedures
PROCEDURES
Camshaft Position Sensor

See Pic 1

The camshaft position sensor is located in the distributor.

REMOVAL
Distributor removal is not necessary to remove camshaft position sensor.

1. Remove air cleaner assembly.
2. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
3. Remove distributor cap from distributor (two screws).
4. Disconnect camshaft position sensor wiring harness from main engine wiring harness.
5. Remove distributor rotor from distributor shaft.
6. Lift the camshaft position sensor assembly from the distributor housing.

INSTALLATION
1. Install camshaft position sensor to distributor. Align sensor into notch on distributor housing.
2. Connect wiring harness.
3. Install rotor.
4. Install distributor cap. Tighten mounting screws.
5. Install air cleaner assembly.

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

Take care,
Joe