Repair Procedures: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Kia Sportage and 2012 Kia Sportage. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

DON'T remove the camshaft position sensor during engine running or right after engine stops, or a scald by the flowed out engine oil may occur.

(Bank 1/Intake)

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the sensor.

Fig 1: Camshaft Position Sensor Component Location (Intake)

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(Bank 1/Exhaust)

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
Remove the hanger and the protector.
Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the sensor.

Fig 2: Camshaft Position Sensor Component Location (Exhaust)

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