Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
Camshaft Position Sensor - Typical
The camshaft position sensor is located in the distributor.
REMOVAL
Distributor removal is not necessary to remove camshaft position sensor.
1. Remove air cleaner tube at throttle body
2. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
3. Remove distributor cap from distributor (two screws).
4. Disconnect camshaft position sensor wiring harness from main engine wiring harness.
5. Remove distributor rotor from distributor shaft.
6. Lift the camshaft position sensor assembly from the distributor housing.
INSTALLATION
1. Install camshaft position sensor to distributor. Align sensor into notch on distributor housing.
2. Connect wiring harness.
3. Install rotor.
4. Install distributor cap. Tighten mounting screws.
5. Install air cleaner tube to throttle body.
