Do the timing marks have to line up?

2004 KIA SEDONA
94,000 MILES • V6 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CGEORGEPLASTER
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The check engine light code reads camshaft position sensor. I opened up the sensor and the timing marks are all off. Is that normal?
Feb 16, 2016 at 9:36 AM
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CGEORGEPLASTER
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Here are some pictures that should help you.
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Feb 16, 2016 at 9:41 AM
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JOHNNYT73
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You have have to se the crankshaft to top dead center. When you do that then all the timing marks should line up.
Feb 16, 2016 at 9:44 AM
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STRAILER
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Have you replaced the CMS? does the engine run okay?
Mar 7, 2016 at 1:36 PM
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