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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2002ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2002 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN Y
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2002 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN YSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the A/C accumulator tube.
2. Remove the surge tank outlet hose.
3. Remove the camshaft sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the camshaft retaining bolt.
5. Remove the camshaft sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Inspect the camshaft sensor O-ring for wear or damage. If a problem is found, replace the O-ring.
1. Lubricate the camshaft O-ring with engine oil.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the camshaft sensor and retaining bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the retaining bolt between 10 N.m (89 lb in).
3. Reconnect the camshaft sensor electrical connector.
4. Install the surge tank outlet hose.
5. Install the A/C accumulator tube.
6. Operate the engine and inspect the camshaft sensor for engine oil leaks.
1. Remove the A/C accumulator tube.
2. Remove the surge tank outlet hose.
3. Remove the camshaft sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the camshaft retaining bolt.
5. Remove the camshaft sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Inspect the camshaft sensor O-ring for wear or damage. If a problem is found, replace the O-ring.
1. Lubricate the camshaft O-ring with engine oil.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the camshaft sensor and retaining bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the retaining bolt between 10 N.m (89 lb in).
3. Reconnect the camshaft sensor electrical connector.
4. Install the surge tank outlet hose.
5. Install the A/C accumulator tube.
6. Operate the engine and inspect the camshaft sensor for engine oil leaks.
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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.