If you’ve got a P0016 trouble code indicating a camshaft position crankshaft position correlation issue in the bank one sensor A of your 2014 F-150 3.5L EcoBoost, here’s how you can replace the sensor.
To begin, remove the engine cover by gently popping it off. You’ll need to take off the oil cap as well to access the cover.
Once the cover is off, locate the cam sensors. In this case, it’s on the passenger side, which is bank one. Identify sensor A, which needs replacement.
Using an 8mm wrench, loosen the bolt holding the sensor in place. Once loosened, the sensor can be removed. Before installing the new sensor, lubricate the O-ring to ensure easy insertion.
To remove the old sensor, detach the clip and carefully twist and extract it from the engine. Caution is advised to avoid breakage inside the engine.
Install the new sensor, secure it with the bolt, and plug it in. Afterward, clear the trouble code, and you’re good to go.
What is the error code P0016 related to?
The error code P0016 is related to the camshaft position crankshaft position correlation bank one sensor A on a 2014 F-150 3.5 liter ecoboost.
How do I replace the camshaft position sensor on a 2014 F-150 3.5 liter ecoboost?
To replace the camshaft position sensor on a 2014 F-150 3.5 liter ecoboost, follow these steps: 1. Remove the engine cover by popping it off and taking off the oil cap. 2. Locate the cam sensors at the back of the engine, specifically bank one on the passenger side, sensor A. 3. Unbolt the sensor using an eight millimeter, lube the new sensor’s o-ring, and replace it. 4. Pop off the clip, twist and work the new sensor out, and then install the new sensor while being careful not to snap it inside the engine. 5. Bolt the new sensor down, plug it in, and clear the codes.