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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999TAURUS V8-3.4L VIN N SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRIGNITION, ELECTRONIC
1999 Ford Taurus V8-3.4L VIN N SHO
Ignition, Electronic
1999 Ford Taurus V8-3.4L VIN N SHOSECTION Ignition, Electronic
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect the engine control sensor wiring from the Camshaft Position sensor (CMP sensor)at the connector.
3. Remove camshaft position sensor retaining bolt from the LH cylinder head.
INSTALLATION
1. Make sure camshaft position sensor mounting surface is clean. Make sure that the camshaft position sensor O-ring is in proper location on camshaft position sensor.
2. Install camshaft position sensor retaining bolt. Tighten bolt to 8-12 N.m (71-106 Lb-In).
CAUTION: Do not overtighten camshaft position sensor retaining bolt or damage to the camshaft position sensor may occur.
3. Connect the engine control sensor wiring to the camshaft position sensor wiring connector.
4. Connect battery ground cable.
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.