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Old 12-08-2011, 03:24 PM
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Default Camshaft position sensor location

Where is the camshaft position sensor located on a 1997 2.3L. It does'nt show where in my Haynes manual. I have also searched the web and can't find any info. Thanks in advance for any asisstance.
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Old 12-08-2011, 05:42 PM
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its behind the oil pump. drivers side lower behind the timing cover, under the power steering pump.
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Old 12-08-2011, 06:17 PM
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The camshaft position sensor (CMP sensor) on 2.3L engines is located behind the inner timing belt cover and mounted on the oil pump assembly.



1 oil Pump Assembly, Engine
2 Camshaft Position Sensor
3 Camshaft Position Sensor Bolts (2)
4 Engine Control Sensor Wiring
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Old 12-08-2011, 06:34 PM
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Default Re: Camshaft position sensor location

Hey Guys I Was Wondering If Anyone Could Help Me Out . I Have A 1993 Ford Ranger 2.3L 2wd I am Trying to Find out Where The Camshaft Position Sensor is Located at on my truck I have looked every where and I can't find it . I have tried looking it up on the internet and in the book but can't find it. I am also needing to know the timing belt diagram .I just put a new timing belt and crankshaft on it if anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated
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Old 11-11-2015, 07:03 AM
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Hey Guys I Was Wondering If Anyone Could Help Me Out . I Have A 1993 Ford Ranger 2.3L 2wd I am Trying to Find out Where The Camshaft Position Sensor is Located at on my truck I have looked every where and I can't find it . I have tried looking it up on the internet and in the book but can't find it. I am also needing to know the timing belt diagram .I just put a new timing belt and crankshaft on it if anyone can help it would be greatly appreciated
You don't have a cam positioning sensor. Just line the cam and crank up. The other is just an auxiliary sprocket.
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