Kia Optima: Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS). Description and Operation
Description
Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) is a hall sensor and detects the camshaft position by using a hall element.It is related with Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) and detects the piston position of each cylinder which the CKPS can't detect.
The CMPS is installed on engine head cover and uses a target wheel installed on the camshaft. The Cam Position sensor is a hall-effect type sensor. As the target wheel passes the Hall sensor, the magnetic field changes in the sensor. The sensor then switches a signal which creates a square wave.
Installation
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Install the component with the specified
torques.
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Note that internal damag ...
Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS). Troubleshooting
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Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative
cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
2.
Remove the front seat assembly.
(Refer to the Body group- Fron ...
Removal
1.
Remove the ignition key from
the vehicle.
2.
Disconnect the battery negative
cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
3.
Re ...
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