BMW M5 Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(32)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(32)

Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement Service

How much does a Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW M5 Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement is $226 with $86 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2013 BMW M5V8-4.4L TurboService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$420.16Shop/Dealer Price$477.60 - $617.52
2016 BMW M5V8-4.4L TurboService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$449.00Shop/Dealer Price$510.19 - $677.26
2002 BMW M5V8-5.0LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$1229.15Shop/Dealer Price$1504.59 - $2320.44
2010 BMW M5V10-5.0LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$538.25Shop/Dealer Price$625.03 - $869.70
2009 BMW M5V10-5.0LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$538.25Shop/Dealer Price$630.55 - $879.37
2014 BMW M5V8-4.4L TurboService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$405.74Shop/Dealer Price$456.78 - $591.89
2003 BMW M5V8-5.0LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$590.63Shop/Dealer Price$706.47 - $1043.47
2008 BMW M5V10-5.0LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$1496.03Shop/Dealer Price$1822.25 - $2785.26
Show example BMW M5 Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement prices

What is the Camshaft Position Sensor all about?

The camshaft position sensor monitors the position of the camshaft and reports that data to the car’s onboard computer system. This computer system works with sensors and other devices to keep the engine running. With data from the camshaft position sensor (CPS), the fuel injectors know when to fire.

When the sensor malfunctions, the computer does not know when to fire the injectors and may not fire them at all. The faulty readouts may also throw off spark timing, which will affect the car’s fuel economy. This sensor is used in conjunction with the crankshaft position sensor to control ignition timing. It is common for heat and oil leaks to cause this sensor to fail, due to where the sensor is located.

Keep in mind:

  • Damage to the camshaft position sensor is often caused by oil leaks; if this is the case, you may need another part of your car replaced or repaired.
  • When the camshaft position sensor is replaced, the alignment of the timing belt should be monitored so that no fluids leak onto the position sensor mounting area.
  • Some camshaft position sensors will need to have their software updated when they are installed.
  • Timing belts, mass air flow sensors, and crankshaft position sensors can all trigger the trouble code for the camshaft position sensor.

How it's done:

  • Scan test computer for trouble codes.
  • Pinpoint tests as per flow charts.
  • Remove and replace Crankshaft Position Sensor.
  • Clear trouble codes.
  • Check for proper operation and test drive car.

Our recommendation:

The camshaft position sensor isn’t checked in most regular services, but your vehicle has warning signs for when the sensor begins to fail. Because it sends information to the camshaft, when the sensor begins to fail your engine will begin to have trouble. Your engine may have a hard time turning on, staying on, idling, or running smoothly. Your Check Engine warning light should illuminate as well.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Camshaft Position Sensor?

  • Car stalls or does not start.
  • Car struggles to accelerate (does not maintain speed).
  • Check Engine light is on.
  • Car misfires.
  • Car stumbles or sputters on startup.
  • Car runs poorly or runs rough.

How important is this service?

The camshaft position sensor provides valuable information about the camshaft position to the computer management system. The computer system uses the information from the position sensor to determine when to inject more fuel. Without the sensor’s information, the computer won’t inject fuel properly, and your vehicle will stall or sputter.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(32)

Rating Summary
32
0
0
0
0
32
0
0
0
0

Terry

31 years of experience
223 reviews
Terry
31 years of experience
BMW M5 L6-3.6L - Car is not starting - Mesa, Arizona
Terry was courteous and extremely knowledgeable on my type of vehicle. Service was fast and efficient. Problem was diagnosed quickly and remedied.

Pardeep

22 years of experience
1277 reviews
Pardeep
22 years of experience
BMW M5 V8-5.0L - Brake Pressure Switch - Mountain View, California
great

Theodore

17 years of experience
1794 reviews
Theodore
17 years of experience
BMW M5 V10-5.0L - Oil Change - Woodinville, Washington
He’s the best

Ralph

24 years of experience
34 reviews
Ralph
24 years of experience
BMW M5 V8-4.4L Turbo - Battery is dead - Los Angeles, California
Very helpful and knowledgeable mechanic Ian

Excellent Rating

(32)

Rating Summary
32
0
0
0
0
32
0
0
0
0
Number of BMW M5 services completed
352+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1200+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How Long Does a Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Last?
The The engine’s performance is largely based on temperature measurements performed by the engine control module (ECM), also known as the vehicle’s computer. As the temperature of the engine increases, the resistance decreases which means the voltage drops. The computer...
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Oxygen Sensor
Common signs of a faulty car oxygen sensor include the Check Engine Light coming on, bad gas mileage, and a rough idle.
How Long Does an EGR Pressure Feedback Sensor Last?
In In today's world people are more aware of exhaust gases than ever before. With that said measures have been built into modern vehicles that are meant to cut down on the emissions released into the air. Built into your...

What do I do if my MAF sensor is acting up?

Before purchasing a new MAF sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/manifold-absolute-pressure-sensor-map-sensor-replacement), I would find out why it is failing so you do not damage the new one as soon as you install it. If you think the failure is from getting oil contaminated from...

misfire cylinder 2 & 3

It sounds to me that you almost have the complete problem solved. If you still have a coil connector that is broke, then I would get this replaced along with the cam sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement) and crank sensors replaced (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement). The...

Car cranks but no start or spark

From what you've described, you may have a bad crankshaft sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement). You'll know if this is the case once you run a scan test to get sensor data. The sensor may not be sending a crankshaft signal to the...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com