Camshaft position sensor location

Tiny
IBRAHIMBOBO
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  • 2007 GMC ACADIA
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I found where is located, but I cannot reach it. The engine is SLE six cylinder 3.6L. Yesterday the tech told me that the code is P0019. Is it a timing chain or sensor? Let me know and thanks for your time.
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Sunday, April 15th, 2012 AT 5:52 AM

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Tiny
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There are four cam sensors on that motor. One for each cam. That year has engine issues with the cams (head design) and sensor wiring/plugs and timing chains. So new sensor may not cure issue. First you have to know which sensor is reading bad before you replace it. You need code to determine that. P0019 crank/cam correlation error. This sounds like timing chain issue. This is a known issue with this year/model. They should replace on their dime. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed. (CLICK THE IMAGES TO ENLARGE)
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Sunday, April 15th, 2012 AT 2:47 PM
Tiny
IBRAHIMBOBO
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Yes, exactly during the starting time I here like chain sound for a few seconds. So what I should change? Please reply.

Is it a timing chain or sensor? Let me know and thanks for your time.

Best regards, Ibrahim
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Saturday, April 21st, 2012 AT 6:09 AM
Tiny
FIXITMR
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They have all 4 sensors from Bosch for $130.00 on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N0Q7OEJ/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=2carprcom-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B01N0Q7OEJ&linkId=65d5df76b888f6e78018060bce9d890c

Worked great in my car
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Saturday, April 21st, 2012 AT 6:18 AM
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MODMAN
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I have a similar issue with my 2007. I had the code read and it came up with the P0017 crankshaft position - exhaust camshaft position correlation bank 1. Timing chain and guides fixed the problem the engine has make noise as well.
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Friday, November 20th, 2015 AT 5:04 PM
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JAMES T. SAMUEL
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I have a 2010 GMC Acadia, code P000a. What location is this sensor?
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Monday, April 17th, 2017 AT 2:32 PM
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KEN L
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Hello.

They are in the front of the engine at the cam height, here are two diagrams (below) that show to location.

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Best, Ken
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Thursday, April 20th, 2017 AT 11:56 AM
Tiny
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See picture, but it may be the camshaft actuator causing the problem or a clogged screen in actuator. Unplug sensor unbolt and reverse to reassemble. It is for intake cam bank 1 right hand head.
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Monday, April 24th, 2017 AT 12:49 PM (Merged)
Tiny
WELAMB
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  • 2007 GMC ACADIA
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
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My check engine light comes on periodically. It was diagnosed that the camshaft position sensor was bad. Where is this part located on the engine and is it difficult to replace?
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Monday, April 24th, 2017 AT 12:49 PM (Merged)
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SATURNTECH9
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You have four cam sensor's. Which sensor is it? If you give me the exact code number you have I can get you the correct information. It is not too hard to replace.
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Monday, April 24th, 2017 AT 12:49 PM (Merged)
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ACADIA2010
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My Acadia 2010 codes p0011 and p0017.
Where is located?
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Saturday, July 1st, 2017 AT 8:42 AM
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KEN L
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Check the post seven about this one. It might have to do with the camshaft actuator not working as well, or the oil level is low.

Please let us know what happens, we are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken
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Sunday, July 2nd, 2017 AT 6:54 PM
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ADELEON20
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Hello, I have a 2009 Buick Enclave. It is giving me the code p0017 and it is the camshaft, crankshaft sensor. Sensor b bank 1. Can I please get help in locating where the sensor is? I have already replace on and still did not work. The one I replaced was close to the fire wall.
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Monday, March 26th, 2018 AT 10:57 AM
Tiny
ADELEON20
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It is a 3.6 liter four wheel drive.
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Monday, March 26th, 2018 AT 10:59 AM
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KEN L
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Check my post above it listed the camshaft sensors and their location sensor bank 1 sensor be would be the second sensor #2 on the diagram V6.
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Monday, March 26th, 2018 AT 7:26 PM
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DANIELLE LOWREY
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I read your post and viewed the diagrams. But we are having a hard time accessing the sensors on a 2007 GMC Acadia. Can you tell me what I need to remove to access the sensors?
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Monday, May 21st, 2018 AT 3:56 PM
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KEN L
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I am not sure what you are saying. Do you mean you cannot get to the sensors or you need to know which tools to use? Can you take a picture and upload it so I can see what you are talking about?
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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 AT 10:12 AM
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DANIELLE LOWREY
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Here is what I am dealing with. Not sure how to get down to the sensors and cannot go up from the bottom.
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Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 AT 6:39 PM
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KEN L
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Thanks for the pictures, but is that the front or rear of the engine GM Arcadia right? It is hard to tell from the pictures.
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Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 AT 10:41 AM
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DANIELLE LOWREY
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It is the front left side. It turned the photos.
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Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 AT 11:21 AM
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KEN L
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It is likely you need to remove the electrical cable and power distribution center before you can get to the sensors. Make sure you disconnect the battery first.
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Saturday, May 26th, 2018 AT 11:30 AM

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