Where is the camshaft position sensor located in the Magotan?
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The camshaft position sensor in the Magotan is located in front of the engine oil filler port under the front hood. The function of the camshaft position sensor is to collect the camshaft movement angle signal and input it into the electronic control unit (ECU) to determine the ignition timing and fuel injection timing. The Magotan is a mid-size sedan with dimensions of 4865mm in length, 1832mm in width, and 1471mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2871mm. The car is equipped with a 1.4T L4 engine featuring turbocharged intake, delivering a maximum horsepower of 150ps and a maximum torque of 250nm. It is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been repairing Volkswagen cars for ten years. The camshaft position sensor on the Magotan is hidden at the top of the engine valve cover, right behind the pulley. You'll need to remove the engine cover first, and you can find this small black square box near the edge of the cylinder head. When replacing it, remember to disconnect the battery negative terminal, unplug the connector, and use a hex key to remove the bolt. Last time I helped a customer deal with fault code P0340, it was because the sensor was clogged with engine oil, causing signal interruption. This location is particularly prone to oil sludge buildup, so it's recommended to clean it during routine maintenance. The sensor position may vary slightly depending on the model year of the Magotan, but it's generally near the top of the camshaft.
I've replaced it myself twice, and the location is actually quite obvious. Just remove the plastic cover right above the engine, and you'll find a black plastic component with wiring harness on the raised section to the right of the intake manifold. A 10mm wrench is all you need for removal. But don't buy aftermarket parts - last time I went cheap with an aftermarket one, it threw fault codes within two months. Take photos for reference before starting, and make sure the clips align when reinstalling. Remember to remove the key and wait ten minutes before working, otherwise the ECU might throw errors. When this part fails, the car will experience poor acceleration and increased fuel consumption, so don't delay.
