Q5 Quattro V6-3.2L (CALB) (2009)
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
Camshaft Position Sensor
For the locations of the four camshaft position sensors. Refer to => [ Component Locations Overview ] See: Powertrain Management/Computers and
Control Systems/Locations.
Removing
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Disconnect electrical connector on the respective camshaft position sensor.
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Remove lower air filter housing section to remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor 3 (G300) on cylinder bank 1. Removing lower section of
air filter housing. Refer to => [ Air Filter Housing, Lower Section ] See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Tune-up and Engine Performance
Checks/Air Cleaner Housing/Service and Repair/Air Filter Housing, Lower Section
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Remove coolant reservoir to remove the camshaft position (CMP) sensor 4 (G301) on cylinder bank 2.
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Disconnect electrical connector to the engine coolant level warning switch (F66) on the bottom of the coolant reservoir and lay the reservoir aside
with the coolant hoses - 1 and 2 - and - 3 - attached.
Installing
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Replace O-ring and lubricate it with clean engine oil.
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Press camshaft position sensor in carefully by hand.
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Tighten camshaft position sensor and connect electrical connector.
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Further installation is in reverse order.
‹› Tightening Specifications. Refer to => [ Ignition Assembly Overview ] See: Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Service and Repair