RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V6-3.7L VIN K (2003)
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Fig.12 CMP Location - 3.7L
The Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) on this engine is bolted to the front/top of the right cylinder head.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect electrical connector at CMP sensor.
2. Remove sensor mounting bolt.
3. Carefully twist sensor from cylinder head.
4. Check condition of sensor O-ring.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean out machined hole in cylinder head.
2. Apply a small amount of engine oil to sensor O-ring.
3. Install sensor into cylinder head with a slight rocking and twisting action.
CAUTION: Before tightening sensor mounting bolt, be sure sensor is completely flush to cylinder head. If sensor is not flush, damage to sensor
mounting tang may result.
4. Install mounting bolt and tighten. Refer to torque specifications.
5. Connect electrical connector to sensor.
