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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Vivaro A Platform / Chassis (X83) 1.9 DTI, OPEL Vivaro A Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.5 CDTI, OPEL Vivaro A Platform / Chassis (X83) 2.5 CDTI … View more

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Camshaft position sensor

Replacement: camshaft position sensor – OPEL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Electronic spray
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      10 mm socket
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Mounting lever
                    
                      Paper towels
                    
                      Fender cover
                    
                      Car lift or inspection pit

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Replacement: camshaft position sensor – OPEL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). AUTODOC experts recommend:

All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.

Replacement: camshaft position sensor – OPEL VIVARO Platform/Chassis (E7). Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to avoid damaging the paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Clean the mounting area of the camshaft position sensor. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 4

Detach the connector of the camshaft position sensor.
Step 5

Unscrew the fastener of the camshaft position sensor. Use a 10 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6

Remove the fastening bolt.
Step 7

Remove the camshaft position sensor.
Step 8

Clean the mounting seat of the camshaft position sensor. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.

Step 9

Wipe the mounting seat of the camshaft position sensor dry. Use a paper towel.
Step 10

Install the new camshaft position sensor.
Step 11

Install and screw in the fastening bolt.
Step 12

Tighten the fastener of the camshaft position sensor. Use a 10 mm socket. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 10 N·m.
Step 13

Treat the connector of the camshaft position sensor. Use an electronic spray.
Step 14

Attach the connector of the camshaft position sensor.

Step 15

Check that the new component is working.

Step 16

Remove the fender cover.

Step 17

Close the bonnet.

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