Ram 3500 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

(38)

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

(38)

Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement Service

How much does a Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Ram 3500 Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement is $162 with $22 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2011 Ram 3500V8-5.7LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$198.12Shop/Dealer Price$212.50 - $247.54
2014 Ram 3500V8-6.4LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$200.49Shop/Dealer Price$215.95 - $258.20
2015 Ram 3500V8-5.7LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$189.11Shop/Dealer Price$201.75 - $235.48
2013 Ram 3500L6-6.7L Turbo DieselService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$376.71Shop/Dealer Price$436.25 - $610.68
2017 Ram 3500V8-6.4LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$189.11Shop/Dealer Price$203.22 - $238.06
2017 Ram 3500V8-5.7LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$189.11Shop/Dealer Price$201.89 - $235.73
2016 Ram 3500V8-6.4LService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$189.11Shop/Dealer Price$201.76 - $235.51
2014 Ram 3500L6-6.7L Turbo DieselService typeCamshaft Position Sensor ReplacementEstimate$376.71Shop/Dealer Price$436.25 - $610.68
Show example Ram 3500 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 Ram mechanics

Real customer reviews from Ram owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(38)

Rating Summary
37
1
0
0
0
37
1
0
0
0

Brian

24 years of experience
818 reviews
Brian
24 years of experience
Ram 3500 L6-6.7L Turbo Diesel - Oil Change - Jacksonville, Florida
.

Joseph

34 years of experience
540 reviews
Joseph
34 years of experience
Ram 3500 L6-6.7L Turbo Diesel - Serpentine/Drive Belt - Allen, Texas
Great

Brian

24 years of experience
818 reviews
Brian
24 years of experience
Ram 3500 L6-6.7L Turbo Diesel - Oil Change - Jacksonville, Florida
.

Brian

24 years of experience
818 reviews
Brian
24 years of experience
Ram 3500 L6-6.7L Turbo Diesel - Oil Change - Jacksonville, Florida
.

Excellent Rating

(38)

Rating Summary
37
1
0
0
0
37
1
0
0
0
Number of Ram 3500 services completed
418+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Ram MECHANICS
300+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Barometric Sensor
Common signs include poor engine performance, like sluggish acceleration, lack of power, and misfires, as well as the Check Engine Light turning on.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing EGR Temperature Sensor
Common signs include engine ping or knock, the Check Engine Light coming on, and failing an emissions test.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Throttle/Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
Common signs of a faulty pedal position sensor include inconsistent engine response, reduced fuel efficiency, and the Check Engine Light coming on.

Car not cranking

Hi there. This vehicle not starting is an indication that the fuel filter and fuel pump are going bad. Over time, the fuel pump will fail and not put out enough fuel pressure to start the car. I would have...

Engine Power Reduced TPS

Hi! Yes the throttle position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-throttle-position-sensor) could very well be the cause. I highly doubt that it is the oxygen sensor though. When the throttle position sensor goes bad the engine will put itself into reduced power mode. I...

Where are all of the sensors located in this car?

Hello: Sorry, but we can't supply this information for you. First, we don't know what model of Isuzu you have, and second; we don't know what type of sensors you're referring to. Most modern cars have well over 20 of...

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