[Matt Mo]

To start, I've replaced my fuel pump assembly, coils, spark plugs, and injectors. Everywhere I've looked says there is no serviceable fuel filter. Battery is new, starter and alternator tested good at auto parts store.

The car will take awhile to ignite. If it's warm, or I cycle the battery a time or two, it tends to start with no issues. Occasionally, it starts up pretty quick, but most of the time takes anywhere from 3-10 seconds of trying to start to actually start. I'm thinking it may be the fuel rail pressure sensor at this point, but I'm not throwing codes, and can't seem to locate where this sensor is mounted on the 2009 v6 model (this year has some odd design compared to the others).

Does anyone know exactly where this sensor is, or what else I could look at that could possibly be the problem?

 

[R.S.LOGAN]

Possibly Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor ?

One of the first symptoms commonly associated with a bad or failing cylinder head temperature sensor is a long cranking time. The signal provided by the cylinder head temperature sensor monitors an important parameter, and problems with it can cause all sorts of issues, one of them being an extended cranking time when starting the vehicle. If you notice that the vehicle takes a few cranks longer to start then it normally would, then this may be an indicator that the cylinder head temperature sensor may not be giving an accurate reading.

 

[Matt Mo]

Possibly Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor ?

One of the first symptoms commonly associated with a bad or failing cylinder head temperature sensor is a long cranking time. The signal provided by the cylinder head temperature sensor monitors an important parameter, and problems with it can cause all sorts of issues, one of them being an extended cranking time when starting the vehicle. If you notice that the vehicle takes a few cranks longer to start then it normally would, then this may be an indicator that the cylinder head temperature sensor may not be giving an accurate reading.

Got mine in the mail. My only problem is locating it. The eManual I bought seems to cater to 4 cylinders, and not 6 cylinders - plus the diagrams aren't exactly explanatory. Any idea where it's located?

 

[R.S.LOGAN]

This link for camshaft sensor shows c107 in pic as CHT sensor location , might / might not apply .

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• 2009 FORD ESCAPE
• 36,000 MILES

Where Is Camshaft Sensor Located And How To Replace It?

On the 3.0L engine, there are two cam sensors, one in front of each cylinder head. For the 2.5L engine, the cam sensor is in rear of cylinder head.

Here is a guide to walk you through the steps when changing the camshaft sensor with the locations of the sensors for you car in the images below.

 

[Matt Mo]

This link for camshaft sensor shows c107 in pic as CHT sensor location , might / might not apply .

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• 2009 FORD ESCAPE
• 36,000 MILES

Where Is Camshaft Sensor Located And How To Replace It?

On the 3.0L engine, there are two cam sensors, one in front of each cylinder head. For the 2.5L engine, the cam sensor is in rear of cylinder head.

Here is a guide to walk you through the steps when changing the camshaft sensor with the locations of the sensors for you car in the images below.


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When it says the right side, is that the passenger or driver's side? I think I found it on my passenger's side directly below my motor mount. I saw something I thought might have been it on the driver's side, but the cannon plug doesn't fit. Based on how the camshaft position sensors and the belt wheels are positioned here, it seems like it's on the passenger's side. I just don't wanna go pulling motor mounts off until I get a better idea.

 

[Matt Mo]

I think I may have accidentally bought the CHT for the 4cyl model. This engine is so hard to buy parts for lol

 

[R.S.LOGAN]

On checking it seems there might not be a CHT sensor but a coolant temp sensor or they are just using a different name . Sure a Ford dealership parts dept would check for you against the Vin number and may even show you a picture of location . Unless it's changed , they used to say L or R when viewing from the drivers seat .

 

[Matt Mo]

I got it installed. had to take the intake manifold off the get my torque wrench in there - but it's right next to the starter, on the driver's side. issue is fixed. thank you very much!

 

[Matt Mo]

On checking it seems there might not be a CHT sensor but a coolant temp sensor or they are just using a different name . Sure a Ford dealership parts dept would check for you against the Vin number and may even show you a picture of location . Unless it's changed , they used to say L or R when viewing from the drivers seat .

My issue is mostly fixed after installing the CHT sensor, but occasionally it still has a little trouble. Anything else I could look at?

My engine performance is much better, mpg is better, and it's much more reliable now. Thank you again

 

[R.S.LOGAN]

Another service item is the air filter .Worth checking or replacing if needed , dependant on mileage , last time changed . Could also replace the cabin filter which is often neglected but should not affect engine performance ..

 

[Matt Mo]

Another service item is the air filter .Worth checking or replacing if needed , dependant on mileage , last time changed . Could also replace the cabin filter which is often neglected but should not affect engine performance ..

I did my MAF sensor and filter. No change. I'm gonna do spark plug wires next. Past that, I'm gonna just give it to a mechanic lol
Thanks for all your help