Where is the camshaft position sensor intake side located

2011 FORD F-150
150,000 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BAM84
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I cannot find the camshaft position sensor on the 5.0 v8 flexfuel f150
Nov 19, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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STEVE W.
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The cam sensors for both sides are tucked into the back of both cylinder heads between the head and the firewall. They are not fun to get to because you pretty much need to work blind as there is a harness and hoses that run over them.
Nov 19, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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