Q: Need my 2004 Freestar camsfaft synchronizer replaced, cost?? 2004 Ford Freestar

asked by on February 10, 2017

need my 04 freestar camsfaft synchronizer replaced, cost??

My car has 233333 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Replacement $146.83 - $587.96 Get a Quote

Hi there - from your description, it is hard to tell whether you need the [camshaft position sensor](https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-camshaft-position-sensor-last, or the camshaft position actuator (sometimes called the variable valve timing actuator or solenoid). Please forward the problem codes (Pxxxx) for this problem so that we may advice with more accuracy. Thanks for thinking of YourMechanic.com!

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