Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement (5.0L, 5.7L)
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
For Vehicles equipped with OnStar® (UE1) with Back Up Battery:
The Back Up Battery is a redundant power supply to allow limited OnStar® functionality in the event of a main vehicle battery power disruption to the VCIM (OnStar®module). Do not disconnect the main vehicle battery or remove the OnStar® fuse with the ignition key in any position other than OFF. Retained accessory power (RAP) should be allowed to time out or be disabled (simply opening the driver door should disable RAP) before disconnecting power. Disconnecting power to the OnStar® module in any way while the ignition is On or with RAP activated may cause activation of the OnStar® Back-Up Battery (BUB) system and will discharge and permanently damage the back-up battery. Once the Back-Up Battery is activated it will stay on until it has completely discharged. The BUB is not rechargeable and once activated the BUB must be replaced.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Disconnect the spark plug wires and ignition coil wire from the distributor.
- Disconnect the CMP sensor harness connector from the distributor.
- Remove the distributor cap screws.
- Remove the distributor cap.
- Remove the rotor screws.
- Remove the rotor.
- Remove the CMP sensor screws.
- Align the square slot in the reluctor wheel with the CMP sensor.
- Remove the CMP sensor.
Installation Procedure
Important: Do not use the old cap screws,
CMP sensor screws, or rotor screws. Use replacement screws that have been coated with a thread locking compound. Precoated replacement cap and
CMP sensor screws can be acquired using P/N 10475922 (pkg of 10 screws). Precoated replacement rotor screws can be acquired using P/N 10475924 (pkg of 10 screws).
- Align the square slot in the reluctor wheel with the CMP sensor.
- Insert the CMP sensor through the reluctor wheel slot.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install new CMP sensor mounting screws.
Tighten:
Tighten the fasteners to 1.6-2.8 [n-m] (14-25 lb in).
Important: The locating tabs on the rotor are necessary for correct alignment of the rotor. If the tabs are missing or damaged, replace the rotor.
- Install the rotor onto the reluctor wheel.
- Install new rotor fasteners.
Tighten:
Tighten the screws to 1.5-2.4 [n-m] (13-22 lb in)
- Install the distributor cap.
- Install new distributor cap screws.
Tighten:
Tighten the screws to 1.8-3.0 [n-m] (16-26 lb in)
- Connect the CMP sensor harness connector.
- Connect the spark plug wires and ignition coil wire.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
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