What is the role of the camshaft position sensor in ignition timing and fuel injection synchronization on 2005 Volkswagen Passat?

The camshaft position sensor is an important part that works together with the crankshaft position sensor in the area of ignition timing and fuel injection. The 2.8L DOHC V6 has two sensors, which are placed close to the sprocker of the camshaft of the engine. Replacement entails the unattaching of the connector, the removable covers, and installing in reverse sequence.

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2005 Volkswagen Passat Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: 058-905-161-B
$183.25 MSRP: $256.66
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hallsensor; Camshaft Sensor, Sensor
- Item Weight: 0.20 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 058-905-161-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- 4 Motion, GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLS TDI, GLX, GLX 4 Motion, W8 | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Camshaft Position Sensor Part Number: 038-906-433-A
$191.58 MSRP: $268.32
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sender; Camshaft Sensor
- Item Weight: 0.20 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 038-906-433-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL TDI, GLS TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL

2005 Volkswagen Passat Camshaft Position Sensor Parts and Q&A

Q: What is the role of the camshaft position sensor in ignition timing and fuel injection synchronization on 2005 Volkswagen Passat?
A: The camshaft position sensor is an important part that works together with the crankshaft position sensor in the area of ignition timing and fuel injection. The 2.8L DOHC V6 has two sensors, which are placed close to the sprocker of the camshaft of the engine. Replacement entails the unattaching of the connector, the removable covers, and installing in reverse sequence.