How to remove and install the Camshaft Position Sensor on the engine of a Nissan Sentra?

The CMP sensor is mounted on the top of the engine at the driver's side. Begin by disconnecting the electrical connector from the sensor, then remove the mounting bolt and pull out the sensor. To install, follow the reverse order of removal.

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Nissan Sentra Engine Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-JA11B
$115.08 MSRP: $175.00
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Position Sensor; Camshaft Position Sensor, Camshaft Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: F/CAM
- Replaces: 23731-JA11A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra | SE-R, Spec V | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Sentra Crankshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-4M506
$61.83 MSRP: $175.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: CAMSHAFT Position Sensor
- Replaced by: 23731-4M50D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra | 1.8, 1.8S, CA, GXE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.8L | QG18DE
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Nissan Sentra Engine Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-JA11A
$93.18 MSRP: $175.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: CAMSHAFT Position Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: CAM SENSOR
- Replaced by: 23731-JA11B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2011 Nissan Sentra | SE-R, Spec V | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Sentra Crankshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-6N206
$83.06 MSRP: $175.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft Position Sensor ; Sensor Assy-Magnet
- Manufacturer Note: F/CRANK & CAM SENSOR
- Replaced by: 23731-6N21A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Nissan Sentra | 2.5S, LE, SE-R, SE-R Spec V | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-4M505
$61.83 MSRP: $175.00
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 23731-4M50D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2003 Nissan Sentra | 1.8, 1.8S, CA, GXE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.8L | QG18DE
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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-5M005
$61.83 MSRP: $175.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy-Cam
- Replaced by: 23731-4M50D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2006 Nissan Sentra | 1.8, 1.8S, GXE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.8L | QG18DE
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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-EN22A
$103.02 MSRP: $149.20
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor-Phase
- Replaced by: 23731-3LM1C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2015 Nissan Sentra | 20, FE, S, SL, SR, SV | 4 Cyl 1.8L, 4 Cyl 2.0L | MR20DE, MRA8DE
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Nissan Sentra Engine Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-1KC1A
$157.01 MSRP: $213.28
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: CAMSHAFT Position Sensor; Camshaft Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra | Nismo, SR | 4 Cyl 1.6L | MR16DDT
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Nissan Sentra Engine Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-3LM1A
$103.02 MSRP: $149.20
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor-Phase
- Replaced by: 23731-3LM1C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2019 Nissan Sentra | FE, S, SL, SR, SV | 4 Cyl 1.8L | MRA8DE
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Nissan Sentra Magnet Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 23731-1M210
$136.75 MSRP: $198.05
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy-Magnet
- Manufacturer Note: MT
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1999 Nissan Sentra | Base, GLE, GXE, S, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.6L | GA16DE
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Nissan Sentra Magnet Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 23731-0J200
$79.09 MSRP: $114.55
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy-Magnet; Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Nissan Sentra | SE, SE-R | 4 Cyl 2.0L | SR20DE
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Nissan Sentra Magnet Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 23731-8J006
$83.06 MSRP: $175.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy-Magnet
- Replaced by: 23731-6N21A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Nissan Sentra | 2.5S, LE, SE-R, SE-R Spec V | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Sentra Crankshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-8J005
$83.06 MSRP: $175.00
You Save: $91.94 (53%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft Position Sensor ; Sensor Assy-Magnet
- Replaced by: 23731-6N21A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2005 Nissan Sentra | 2.5S, LE, SE-R, SE-R Spec V | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-3LM1B
$105.63 MSRP: $149.20
You Save: $43.57 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft Sensor
- Replaced by: 23731-3LM1C
- Replaces: 23731-3LM1A, 23731-EN215, 23731-EN22A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Nissan Sentra | Base, FE+S, FE+SV, S, SL, SR, SV | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-4M500
$61.83 MSRP: $175.00
You Save: $113.17 (65%)
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 23731-4M50D
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2003 Nissan Sentra | 1.8, 1.8S, CA, GXE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.8L | QG18DE
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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor
Part Number: 23731-3LM1C
$103.02 MSRP: $149.20
You Save: $46.18 (31%)
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Camshaft Sensor
- Replaces: 23731-3LM1B, 23731-3LM1A, 23731-EN215, 23731-EN22A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2024-2025 Nissan Sentra | S, SR, SV | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Nissan Sentra Magnet Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 23731-1M500
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy-Magnet; Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: AT
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1999 Nissan Sentra | Base, GLE, GXE, S, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 1.6L | GA16DE
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Nissan Sentra Magnet Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 23731-0J300
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy-Magnet; Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Nissan Sentra | SE, SE-R | 4 Cyl 2.0L | SR20DE

Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor

The Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor checks the position and the speed of the camshaft to ensure the engine control module is also able to time fuel injection and the ignition appropriately. This small unit transmits continuous signals, which allow the ECM to adjust injector pulses to the firing order, which aids in avoiding stalling and also helps in smooth starts of the Sentra engine. The Camshaft Position Sensor is mounted near the camshaft, cylinder head or engine block based on engine layout and is applied in conjunction with a crank sensor to maintain the synchronization between the piston and the valves. An effective Camshaft Position Sensor enables the accurate sequential fuel injection either in city traffic or highway driving. The Camshaft Position Sensor is an important component of an engine that requires proper operation, so when it is damaged, it may result in a rough running engine or failure to start. The Nissan engine management system should be given a regular check-up to ensure that the Sentra takes maximum advantage of the Camshaft Position Sensor and the reliable performance keeps the Nissan Sentra prepared to make every trip and supports the reputation of Nissan cars.

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Nissan Sentra Camshaft Position Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Camshaft Position Sensor
23731-EN22A
Q: How to remove and install the Camshaft Position Sensor on the engine of a Nissan Sentra?
A:
The CMP sensor is mounted on the top of the engine at the driver's side. Begin by disconnecting the electrical connector from the sensor, then remove the mounting bolt and pull out the sensor. To install, follow the reverse order of removal.

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