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Test procedure for cam position sensor?

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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 12:03 PM
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Test procedure for cam position sensor?

Does anyone have a test procedure for the cam position sensors?
Old Feb 21, 2010 | 01:50 PM
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Most mechanics will just substitute a known good one. Some cam / crank sensors are nothing more than a coil of wire wrapped around a magnet, and can be tested for continuity with a meter. Since many cars will still run with the cam sensor disconnected, you could observe the output of the sensor with an oscilloscope.
Old Feb 21, 2010 | 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by mistermike
Most mechanics will just substitute a known good one. Some cam / crank sensors are nothing more than a coil of wire wrapped around a magnet, and can be tested for continuity with a meter. Since many cars will still run with the cam sensor disconnected, you could observe the output of the sensor with an oscilloscope.
mistermike is correct, you can check continuity with a meter. That will give you the status of the pickup coil. To check the function of the sensor you can use a digital logic probe (available for under $20). The typical sensor produces a very low voltage pulse as a metal plate passes in proximity of an electromagnetic coil. The logic probe is sensitive enough to detect this signal. However, with the car running the pulse may appear as a solid light on the probe. At cranking speed there should be a distinct pulse from the sensor.
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