The camshaft position (CMP) sensor detection (trigger) unit is located in the intake camshaft on L3 engines (with variable valve timing mechanism).
Fig. 2.22. Camshafts of Mazda 6 engines: 1 – intake valve drive camshaft; 2 – exhaust valve drive camshaft; 3 – emphasis; 4 – working projection of the cam; 5 – camshaft bearing journal; 6 – lower part of the cam; 7 – protrusions for camshaft position sensors; 8 – special device
The TDC synchronization slot of the first cylinder is located in the rear part of the camshafts driving the intake and exhaust valves (Fig. 2.22).
Table 2.6. Camshaft characteristics
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