How to Service the Camshaft Position Sensor on Ford Explorer?

Service of the camshaft position (CMP) sensor requires one to disconnect the electrical connector first. The first step in servicing the CMP sensor involves removing its securing bolt before removing the sensor itself. Reinstall the bolt after reversing the disassembly steps while tightening it to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: AS7Z-6B288-D
$32.75 MSRP: $52.00
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- Other Name: Sensor - Camshaft Position; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Replaces: DU-94, DU-101, AS7Z-6B288-A, AS7Z-6B288-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: BL3Z-6B288-C
$33.43 MSRP: $53.09
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- Other Name: Sensor - Camshaft Position; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: inner
- Replaces: BL3Z-6B288-A, DU-95
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, King Ranch, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, Sport, ST, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: AT4Z-6B288-A
$33.09 MSRP: $52.55
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Replaces: 7T4Z-6B288-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: 5L2Z-6B288-A
$49.81 MSRP: $79.09
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Replaces: 1L2Z-6B288-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: 1W7Z-6B288-AB
$31.26 MSRP: $49.64
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor; Position Sensor; Camshaft Position Sen
- Replaces: 1W7Z-6B288-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLT, XLT Sport | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: 1F3Z-6B288-AB
$29.54 MSRP: $46.91
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assembly; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Replaces: 1F3Z-6B288-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2004 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLT, XLT Sport | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: JX6Z-6B288-B
$39.61 MSRP: $61.82
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Camshaft Position; Engine Camshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS

Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor

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Camshaft Position Sensor is an important part in Ford Explorer is used to control the position and speed of the camshaft, fuel injectors and ignition timing send signals to the ECM. Normally it is installed above the camshaft, but depending on the model of the car, it can be installed at any height. Together with the Crank Sensor, the Camshaft Position Sensor is involved in the process of coordinating various elements of the engine for efficiency in the delivery of fuel injection and the measurement of engine speed. Thus, it can be concluded that if Camshaft Position Sensor goes bad, the performance of the engine is going to degrade and thus, it is high time to maintenance and monitor the automobile.

Ford Explorer Camshaft Position Sensor Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to Service the Camshaft Position Sensor on Ford Explorer?
A:
Service of the camshaft position (CMP) sensor requires one to disconnect the electrical connector first. The first step in servicing the CMP sensor involves removing its securing bolt before removing the sensor itself. Reinstall the bolt after reversing the disassembly steps while tightening it to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).