Timing sensor

TIMING SENSOR

The timing sensor (cam angle sensor) comprises a Hall effect device.

The voltage signal "lowers" sharply when the tooth machined on the camshaft drive pulley opposite the sensor passes in front of it.

• Slacken the lower screws of the upper cover of the timing gear and counter-rotating shaft drive belts.

1. Lower the car, slacken the fastening screws and remove the upper cover.

REMOVAL/REFITTING

• Set the car on a lift.
• Disconnect the battery (-) terminal.
• Remove the right front wheel and mud flap.

1. Raise the car and working as illustrated on the belt tensioner loosen the tension of the auxiliary components drive belt and remove it.
2. Slacken the four fastening screws and remove the auxiliary components drive pulley.

24 ÷ 29 Nm
2.4 ÷ 3.0 kgm

1. Slacken the fastening screw and remove the belt tensioner.
2. Slacken the fastening screw and remove the auxiliary components drive belt guide pulley.
3. Slacken the fastening screws and remove the lower cover of the timing gear and counter-rotating shaft drive belts.

1. Disconnect and remove the oil vapour recovery pipes.