i'm trying to inspect my camshaft position sensor in my 96 protege. i'm following the instructions listed in the workshop manual on page f2-45. I got to #4 and I need help.. I don't know what an engine signal monitor is. also, you can txt me at (205)764-8454 thanks..

 

It appears the Cam position sensor is part of the distributor.

 

yes, I was very surprised when I found out. Kind of a bummer considering the fact that it's not serviceable.

 

daquane: sometimes there is an O-ring failing and lets oil into the part that contains the sensor. If that is the case you may clean it up and replace that O-ring.

 

here are a few pics of what i got

 

Looks rather evil doesn't it.
Take the cap and rotor off. There should be a cover below the rotor. Below that cover sits the cam position sensor. Get some electronics cleaner that will completely evaporate and spray it clean. Put it back together with a new O-ring and cross your fingers.

This diagram is of the wrong year. Non the less it should help you. Instead of a "crank angle sensor" you have a cam position sensor. Also the coil is built into the distributor.

 

hey i can't get the rotor to come off. is there a specific way i should remove it?

 

It is just pushed on. Be prepared to replace it. You could try tapping it loose with the handle of a screw driver used as a hammer.

How old is that rotor ?


My link to the picture did not work. Hopefully this will:
http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j...00639044231347

 

That's exactly what I was thinking I had to do. I believe it is the stock rotor from the factory because it is a Mitsubishi part and I also noticed that the crankshaft position sensor was a Mitsubishi part too.

 

There are a lot of Mitsubishi parts throughout the car, mostly sensors and electrical parts. I bet it would be a good thing to replace the cap and rotor anyway. If you agree you can gently chisel the old one off.