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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006TRAILBLAZER 4WD V8-5.3L VIN MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD V8-5.3L VIN M
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD V8-5.3L VIN MSECTION Service and Repair
CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the generator bracket assembly.
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).
4. Install the camshaft position sensor assembly (4, 5 and 6) in the front cover (7).
IMPORTANT: Before installing the camshaft sensor assembly, apply a small amount of clean motor oil to the O-ring (6).
5. Install the camshaft position sensor mounting bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the camshaft position mounting bolts 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
6. Install the generator assembly.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.