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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY OUTBACK SPORT AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Sport AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Sport AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect connector from Camshaft Position Sensor.
2. Remove Camshaft Position Sensor from Camshaft support LH.
3. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening Torque: 6.4 ± 0.5 N.m (4.7 ± 0.4 ft-lb).
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect connector from Camshaft Position Sensor.
2. Remove Camshaft Position Sensor from Camshaft support LH.
3. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening Torque: 6.4 ± 0.5 N.m (4.7 ± 0.4 ft-lb).
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.