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1999 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN K
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1999 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the camshaft position sensor (1).
3. Remove the camshaft position sensor bolt.
4. Remove the camshaft position sensor from the engine front cover.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the camshaft position sensor to the engine front cover.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the camshaft position sensor retaining bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
3. Connect the camshaft position sensor electrical connector (2) to the (1) camshaft position sensor.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the camshaft position sensor (1).
3. Remove the camshaft position sensor bolt.
4. Remove the camshaft position sensor from the engine front cover.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the camshaft position sensor to the engine front cover.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the camshaft position sensor retaining bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
3. Connect the camshaft position sensor electrical connector (2) to the (1) camshaft position sensor.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.