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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2013CTS COUPE RWD V8-6.2L SCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2013 Cadillac CTS Coupe RWD V8-6.2L SC
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2013 Cadillac CTS Coupe RWD V8-6.2L SCSECTION Service and Repair
Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the generator bracket assembly. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (LSA) Generator Bracket ReplacementGenerator Bracket Replacement (LFX) Generator Bracket Replacement.
2. Remove the camshaft position sensor mounting bolts (1).
3. Remove the camshaft position sensor assembly (4, 5, 6) from the front cover (7).
4. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor jumper harness (2) and the engine harness (3) electrical connectors.
5. Remove the camshaft sensor assembly (4, 5, 6).
6. Disconnect camshaft position sensor (5) from the jumper harness (4).
Installation Procedure
1. Reconnect the camshaft sensor (5) and the jumper harness (4).
2. Install the O-ring (6) on the camshaft sensor assembly (4 and 5).
3. Reconnect the camshaft position sensor assembly (4, 5 and 6) and the engine harness connector (3).
Note:
Before installing the camshaft sensor assembly, apply a small amount of clean motor oil to the O-ring (6).
4. Install the camshaft position sensor assembly (4, 5 and 6) in the front cover (7).
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
5. Install the camshaft position sensor mounting bolts and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
6. Install the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (LSA) Generator Bracket ReplacementGenerator Bracket Replacement (LFX) Generator Bracket Replacement.
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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.