CAM sensor, I think?
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CAM sensor, I think?
My truck (99 PSD) has stalled out a few times. It starts right back up and when it stalls it jsut dies, not like it is choking out or something. I am still in the process of troubleshooting it. I have noticed that it occures when I have just towed. (Like I pull my boat out of the water, put it in park, and let it idle)
Does this sound llike a CAM sensor?
Yes or no will be fine but more info is welcome!
Does this sound llike a CAM sensor?
Yes or no will be fine but more info is welcome!
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I just had to have a new fuel pump put on and I just cleaned the air filter(K&N). I think it may be the CAM sensor but I was told that if I could start it right back up it may not be that? Does this sound correct?
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May not be all the way bad, sometimes they don't just crap out immediately. They'll cause sporadic stalls and the engine will start right back up. Once it goes out all the way, you're not gonna start, and you can usually tell that by looking to see if you have tach movement while cranking.
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Originally Posted by rcain1
I just had to have a new fuel pump put on and I just cleaned the air filter(K&N). I think it may be the CAM sensor but I was told that if I could start it right back up it may not be that? Does this sound correct?
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Fixing it!
Is this an easy fix. Do I just pull the fuse or disconnect the batteries and unscrew/ Bolt it?
I have some instructions and a picture I got off this site. The HIGHWAY HICK-UP POST
I have some instructions and a picture I got off this site. The HIGHWAY HICK-UP POST
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Yep it's easy. I'm not a pro and I did it in 10 min. Remove the belt first to get to it easier. Then I used a ratchet with a 2" extension to get to the 10mm bolt. Be sure not to strip it by angling the socket. Should be cake, icing is ... no more stalls.... I keep the bad one in my extra parts box behind the seat. Mine was not completely gone, so just in case someone needs one when they're stranded.... 
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Having the same problem, took it to ford and they want a lot of money to fix it. Where did you see these instructions please?
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I don't know how to transfer the link (help me if you can, email). Here's how you can find it: Search "camp sensor" then about 6 threads down by johnsdiesel are the directions. Hope this helps you like it did me about a month ago. Now somebody help me with these links.... 
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It is fixed.
I followed the instructions I got on this site. It did take a little bit to get the old sensor out. Never mind crushing my finger taking the belt off.
It was well worth the $80 savings to do it myself!
It was well worth the $80 savings to do it myself!
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Originally Posted by rwhaight1
I'm new to the Diesel world, but I did find a place that sells OEM part cheap. I used them to get a glow plug relay, they were about 1/3 the price of the ford dealer.
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I bought one new in a sealed package off of e-bay. $75 and another $5 for shipping. $80 total vs $189.00 plus $14 state tax came to $203 total at the Ford dealer. Also a little advice... carry a spare... you never know where you will be when one goes out.