Hi,

I think I have to realign my camshaft position sensor reluctor.
Hase someone done this before? In TSB 303-08 is described how to to without removing the timing cover. I'm not really sure what to do in step 9 and 10.
Does it mean to lock the camshaft with the normal camshaft locking tool?
This does not fit between cylinder 3 and 4, it's fitted more to the front of the AJ26 engine.
I have the P1396 code and a slightly rough idle since I changed all my tensioners, so I think this is the way to solve my problem.

Thanks Ben

 

Locking pliers are 'vise grips' or 'mole grips'. The LOCKING PLIERS hold the cam while the reluctor is centered in the slot.

bob gauff

 

Hi Bob,

thanks for your explanation. Have you done this before? Is it a safe way without doing damage to the camshaft? How hard is it to realign the reluctor? Witch tool did you used for the realigning?

Thanks Ben

 

Hi, I opened my valve cover today and shot a picture of the reluctor.
Is the alignment right? I think the gaps fit perfectly.

Thanks for a response, Ben

 

I don't think the reluctor is your issue as you didn't mess with it before.

The attached file should help you troubleshoot for the code.

 

hi, i had to pull the heads off my 2000 xj8, but when i loosen the cam tentioners after i had them lined up they turn counter clockwise on me i don't think it really matter's or does it since i took the heads off.Oh yea the valve seats are off that's why any help please

 

Will that pinpoint test above work on diagnosing my 99? I would assume so. I used to get this code with my other engine and now looks like I have it with the new one. Perhaps its a wiring problem.....lets hope so!!