Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

2010 Honda Civic L4-1.8L CNGSECTION Service and Repair



CMP Pulse Plate Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Service and Repair

2. Remove the air cleaner bracket (A), then remove the harness holder (B) from the cylinder head.

3. Remove the rocker arm assembly. Rocker Arm Assembly Removal






4. Remove the camshaft thrust cover.






5. Hold the camshaft with a 27 mm open-end wrench, then loosen the bolt.






6. Remove the camshaft position (CMP) pulse plate.






Installation

1. Install the CMP pulse plate.






2. Hold the camshaft with a 27 mm open-end wrench, then tighten the bolt.

Specified Torque:
14 x 1.5 mm
34 N-m (3.5 kgf-m, 25 lbf-ft)






3. Install the camshaft thrust cover (A) with a new O-ring (B).

4. Install the rocker arm assembly. Rocker Arm Assembly Installation






5. Install the harness holder (A) on the cylinder head, then Install the air cleaner bracket (B).

6. Install the air cleaner assembly. Service and Repair





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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.