Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) 2.7L (Discovery 3)

Removal

1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. For more information, refer to Specification.

2. Remove the left exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve. For more information, please refer to the Left Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve (EGR) - The vehicle package does not include: Diesel engine fuel filter (17.45.16)

3. Disconnect the CMP sensor plug.



4. Remove and discard the CMP sensor. Unscrew the CMP sensor mounting bolt.

Installation

1.

NOTE: The engine should only be turned in the normal direction of crankshaft rotation.

Rotate the crankshaft until you see one of the three stripes on the back of the camshaft pulley through the CMP sensor housing.

• For clarity, the timing belt is shown removed.
• Using a mirror, inspect the stripes on the camshaft pulley through the hole in the CMP sensor housing.

2.

CAUTION: The end of the camshaft position (CMP) sensor must rest on one of the three strips on the back of the camshaft pulley. Incorrect installation may result in damage to the CMP sensor.

Install a new CMP sensor.



3. Screw in the bolt. Tighten the bolt. (tightening torque 10 Nm).

4. Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector.

5. Install the left EGR valve. For more information, please refer to the Left Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve (EGR) - The vehicle package does not include: Diesel engine fuel filter (17.45.16)

6. Connect the ground cable to the battery. For more information, refer to Specification.