ugh- Camshaft position sensor
03-07-2009, 06:56 PM
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ugh- Camshaft position sensor
Quick question, I have an '02 gt, for about the last 4 months, its been a pain to start, it usually takes 3 or 4 times before it'll actually start and stay running, the check engine light is on, code is for the camshaft position sensor, i've changed that 3 times now, each time it still does the same thing and throws the code.. I noticed that when I changed it, there was some oil on the sensor, is this normal? and, if not what do I need to look into doing next? Also, if it is normal, what else could be causing this? Thanks for your help!
03-09-2009, 07:43 PM
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could be ur alternator, cam sensor, crank sensor, or any aftermarket light or gauge that could possibly be backfeeding causing that code to throw...im assuming its code 1336 camshaft/crankshaft sensor range performance...i just got mine fixed with the crank sensor being replaced
03-09-2009, 08:21 PM
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03-09-2009, 11:06 PM
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03-10-2009, 12:11 AM
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03-10-2009, 08:48 AM
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that code can be a pain in the *** if you don't know what to look for. to add to what ox said, it happens when a diode in the regulator goes bad and interferes with the cps signal (they're on the same harness) you can either have it rebulit or just buy a new alt
03-18-2009, 06:03 PM
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Going through this same thing right now on my 03 GT. Engine light came on so I went to AutoZone and had it checked..said CPS was bad. 20 bucks no problem so I went home changed it, reset computer and light went away...for about 30 miles. So when the light came back on I took it to a Ford Dealer because I thought it might be something deeper. 3 days and 300 bucks later (one day to run the test, one day waiting on the part and one day to change it) they called and said the CPS was bad. Told them I already changed that...they then told me my new part was bad. So I said fine went and picked up my car. The next night damn light came back on..so now the car went back today. They called a little bit ago and said it's throwing the same code and they are goin to look into changing the main computer. If they are going to just throw parts at it I can do that alot cheaper...jeez. Think I'll go buy a new Alt. and put that on myself this weekend. This Ford Dealer has been selling and working on my families cars for 20 years. Guess I need to find a new place.
