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Expert: Michael Scheid - 4/22/2004


Question
Vehicle: 1997 BMW 328IC
Code: Camshaft Postion, SensorA, Bank1, Circuit Malfunction.

I am getting this code.  Is this a difficult or expensive item to replace?

Thank you.

Answer
no it's not a hard procedure, get a manual for step by step instructions.  Keep in mind that it's possible the wires were crossed or shorted to ground somewhere causeing the code to be pulled from errinous function and not a bad sensor; this can only really be diagnosed by replaceing it.
checkout:
https://www.autohausaz.com/catalog/lookup_category.cfm?VehicleID=1011654&CategoryID=17&CFID=2806692&CFToken=2608553
or
http://www.importecparts.com/
for a good deal on parts
-cheers

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Michael Scheid

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I can answer any questions about all model year BMWs. I have experience with driveability, performance modifications and recomended maintenance.

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Associates degree in automotive technology from Universal Technical Institute. 5 Years European car experience at a specialty shop.

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Associates degree from UTI. ASE master certified, Minor in business and major in aeronautical engineering from Central Washington University.

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