2001-2005 Honda Civic Cam Position Sensor TDC Sensor & Valve Cover Gasket Replacement

[@richiekenneth3397]

Did this repair today on my 01' Civic LX. I was having the classic symptoms with loss of power on the highway, limiting power to 40-50 mph. The code at the dealership was 1361 TDC Sensor 1 as well. The dealership wanted around $200 to do the repair. I purchased the sensor for $65 from the dealership. My Gasket is only a week old so I didn't put in a new one but did use high temp silicone sealant to ensure a good bond after value cover was put back on. Took me about two hours. I did not have to remove the entire air filter intake to make room as the video suggested. Prior to this I have only done an oil change and tune up on this car on my own, if I can do this repair, anyone with a ratchet set can. Good video.

[@Vivian-hw5qu]

PRichie Kenneth ggggg

[@Antifeka-p1x]

Did the check engine light came on

[@spelunkerd]

That's a good tip about knowing where to pry the valve cover off, if needed. I might have tried to get away with not using silicone on the engine side, but if I was wrong of course I would be doing the job again. It's been a while since your last automotive video and it's great to see your work again.

[@sidrakesonofaxar2269]

excellent video. I was able to change the Sensor with no experience messing with the valve cover thanks to video.

[@kapikakeko]

I have to help somebody do this on a 2006 - his looks similar. Thanks for a really helpful video. I like the fact that you actually get your hands dirty, unlike some guys who make videos...

[@paulmoir4452]

Thank you for posting this. It pretty much covered it for me. A little nicer when you've got a horn speaker in place of the brake modulator though. The rag idea saved me some real grief. It dropped out despite the magnet, but the rag caught it.

[@jessecordova339]

OUTSTANDING VIDEO. FROM THE ALL DATA TO IDENTIFIX MENTION. (A MUST HAVE FOR ANY GEARHEAD) TO THE R AND R. VERY HELPFUL IN-DEPTH TUTORIAL

[@itsshaq]

Thank you so much for this video. I have a Honda civi 2002 and few weeks ago, check engine light is on. I took the car to Autozone & Advance Auto to check the code. Both places gave me P1361, P1457 & P0118 codes. My car has been stalling speed sometimes like I couldn't faster than 15-20 miles/hour. I read bunch of reviews about how TDS sensor causing the car to stall. Now after watching the video, I have replaced the TDS sensor and the P1361 is gone. Thank you so much for this post.

[@kevinski5338]

Helped a ton. Got my new TDC in fairly quickly with no experience. Thanks a bunch!

[@v8der13]

So is the cam position sensor same as the tdc

[@kapikakeko]

I wondered about that too, Juan...He connected it after he put the cover back on (then he said to make sure the grommet was on), although he took it off when the cover was removed...I guess you can do it either way...

[@ChrisBrown-ev6zs]

I was not looking forward to this but after watching your video It was not a problem. Thank you for taking the time to do it ! Muchly appreciated.

[@dicarwells]

Just did this job. No need to remove valve cover! Loosen valve cover bolts and you can wiggle the plastic cover right off. It is a tight space but easily doable. Total job took about an hour and a half.

[@TheLifeOfMartin]

but, that can cause a valve cover oil leak

[@wisaac6502]

Great video very informative and thank you so much for sharing. Question, did you drain the oil pan prior to opening up the engine block?

[@zenun7]

Big props, I have the same problem on the same year car. I left your video feeling confident that I could do it. I'll update later on today; wish my luck party people.

[@justinschmale85]

To this day, we're still wondering if he ever got it done....

[@TimODon87]

I just had this replaced on my 03 civic the car was hard to start and would not run right at high rpms now it runs great!!

[@battheman777]

Thank you so much for this video. My 01 Honda Civic did the exact thing you described and the TDC sensor engine code popped up. I just replaced the sensor, not the gasket. I just loosened all the valve cover bolts and eased it up on the end of the TDC sensor to get that plastic cover off instead of taking the whole valve cover off. Seems to be working fine so far. Anyway, thanks again. great video.

[@hectoremm6456]

so u only took of the side cover?

[@hessianlonghair]

Can confirm. I just did the same thing. The only thing that was a pain was getting the spark plugs crommets centered. Not bad for a n00b.

[@stooges5729]

Did it your way worked fine THANK YOU 777

[@1_nasty_lbznm820]

Where did you guys buy the sensor from

[@Dziricani]

@@1_nasty_lbznm820 A good place for genuine parts is HondaPartsNow.com

[@Sedonalegendhelenfrye]

Nice effort-- watched several times. Also enjoyed all the radial engines taking off overhead.

[@MsEstby]

When the car stopped working while driving, did it overheat also?

[@DIYautotech]

Thanks @Spelunkerd. I usually don't use silicon, but those select areas on this block have issues with leaking, so silicone just helps to initally mate the surfaces together, that's why I only used a "very tiny" amount. Also, when taking into account the cylinder head is slightly angled forward, it just seemed smarter to use a bit of silicone. Hope you enjoyed the video, and once again thanks for all your positive comments.

[@zyxnix]

Did you say something about checking the end play? Did I miss where you did that?

[@CimotaTJ]

Had this problem yesterday, got it done... it was one helluva job goddangit

[@ElizabethPerez-jb4rc]

Thanks. Men. This is the best video. I done in mi car. Its easy .thank you. God bless you..🤗🔧

[@foxfmx117]

Thanks for posting this video, same thing happened to my wife's car and I was able to get it fixed.

[@esimmons1977]

Did the car throw a code for this sensor when it went back my car will crank but wont stay started, we thought it was the fuel pump.

[@EndlessCreationsENT1]

thank you , 2005 honda civic,.. code p0340... replaced this... and fixed it... great video

[@xMattixD]

I shat my self when i watched this blew my mind. Much knowledge. WoW! Such mechanics.

[@28Person28]

I had the same problem. I followed your video step by step and it worked like a charm. Technically sound and easy to follow instructions. Thank you very much.

[@andresb5614]

Same thing happened to my car, heads up also to all 02 civic owners check the bolt that holds the alternator, with the time it tends to get loose and the alternator will drop frying the computer, quick fix take that bolt out put a longer bolt and secure it with a nut, thats it. its gonna save you hundreds of dollars there.

[@pepehbetancourt3855]

Yesturday i repair my honda 02 a lots of codes and the repair it wash only one nuts.

[@fivefortyeye540i]

Idk why but this dude reminds of the guy from the movie Christine "ok,show me what u can do". Car puts itself back together.

[@TheOneFu33]

Thanks so much! I thought my transmission was bad since it was revving high on some shifts and not go but turns out when i went to do my smog check the guy told me this p13xx was the issue. Went to autozone and spend 65$, it was a bitch to get to it tho but i got it. Thanks again.

[@krimeragesdota1511]

First thing on a p1361 us park on a level surface .... turn off car... top off oil.... wait 5-10 minutes turn key on start car and drive.... the oil pressure being low can leave vtech open causing super lean leading o2 to read lean causing computer to think timing and TDC is wrong...... just add oil... old cars burn oil... not a problem...

[@cold02rex]

Interesting to see the differences. Subaru's have theses with the crank sensor right under the alternator on top and cam to the right also on top. Easy access to those...at least.

[@jamesbradley6772]

My 01 Civic recently (as of today) started to lose complete power when I was on the highway (about 70mph). I pulled into the shoulder and it stalled and I coasted to a complete stop. Engine would crank, but would not start (about 5x) when it did start it ran VERY rough and I couldn't pass like 2500RPMs. like 10-15mph. I got it to a trans shop cause I thought I was having an issue with the trans rebuild I had done 6 months ago. only had an EGR code. After sitting for like 15mins I was able to drive normally again. However, after warming the car up again, like another 25-30miles on the highway the issue showed up again. Same thing, drove it down hill and got it up to like 30mph trans was shifting but NO POWER at all, when I tried to go uphill I was lucky to get 10mph. Car started overheating so I have up trying to floor it to get it home. Sat 20 mins and drove home just fine. Could this be the TDC Sensor? I really dont know what is causing this major lack of power. I just recently replaced the radiator, double checked all fluids are full.

[@edgarivanjuarezruiz6404]

Replace the cam censor, just replace mine, sane problem

[@ktbrooke85]

James Bradley I have an 01 civic... Just had the transmission replaced in late January, and yesterday the same exact thing happened to my car... After driving about 20 minutes in the heat, it just stopped. I restarted but couldn't get above 20 mph Found out today it was the cam censor as well.

[@jamesbradley6772]

Yah, I replaced mine drove fine...than alternator died so I just junked the car nickle andndimed me too much the last year

[@slurpeyatari]

James Bradley Same thing happened to me yesterday. Cruising down the highway at about 70 mph, then boom lost power and coasted to the shoulder. I had it towed to my shop and it was the sensor. The sensor itself is about 40 bucks or so.

[@jesusislord2149]

I have a problem with my 01 Civic Automatic when I was at a stop light I accelerated and the car wouldn't move it was as if I was on neutral and the car would barely move even if I revved high. I finally got it to move up to around 25 MPH and parked it at my place but a few days later I tried driving it and it drove as if nothing was wrong what could this be?

[@Arklelinuke]

Most likely this, or your transmission. Would go get a free estimate from a shop and let them figure out, but it's likely this.

[@TheBarb616]

My question is also, do I need to remove the valve cover to replace this sensor? Your video was VERY helpful!

[@AndresGarcia-wr1ep]

good video i have the same problem hopefully i can do it to i am no mechanic but with this video i believe i can do it with out paying some body else hundreds of dollars to do it for me thanks for the vid

[@georgieann2971]

My car check engine light comes on, it starts to lose power and won't go over 20 or 30 mph. The rpms jump up as well. Any ideas? The code came back fpr tdc sensor

[@gibthekid]

Good video...Thanks...Great shot of the sensor bolt...nice and clear.

[@neliosilva9455]

Would that censor if it's bad cause whining too or could it be something else? The noise seems to be coming right from where that timing cover is. It seems to whine more as I excel.

[@jeramyeswan4014]

It seems to have something to do with engine heat, I bypass the left cooling radiator fan(from the relay), It runs 90% more reliable. I wonder if I try better effective coolent and higher octane gas would improve it.

[@jun_1248]

Hey to replace the camshaft position sensor or the TDC sensor do I have to remove the value cover? And if I remove the value cover do I have to replace it with a new gasket. I would appreciate your reply. Thanks

[@TLil21]

7 years later and still no reply lol

[@TLil21]

Did you ever figure out the answer?

[@jun_1248]

Catalyst Beats I did replace it without removing the value cover completely. But you will have to remove the timing belt cover and this is below the value cover. What I did was removed the bolts for value cover and the tried to slide the timing belt. It worked in my case.

[@toddackley9499]

I cut the plastic out around bottom right bolt and presto I didnt remove valve cover. Cut the hole around the plug at an angle downward left and right.

[@catfishjo]

Thanks for the video, I my car is a 2002 Honda Civic I had Trouble code p1298,p1361 & p1362, I had intermediate loss of power only would run about 20 miles per hr, sputtering and backfiring, I replaced the Cam Shaft Position sensor and the car is fixed! Thanks allot! it took little longer than the video pain in the butt too replace 5hrs.....

[@leonsantillana3502]

Do you need to replace the valve cover gasket when replacing the camshaft position sensor?

[@verticalrider1]

My 01 civic acted the same way going down the hwy. popped up the cam sensor code so i replaced it. I then got a couple weeks driving out of it then the exact same thing. I replaced the sensor once again but now I get about 30 min drive time out of it before it breaks down again, same code. let car sit for 30 or so min then cranks back up like nothing ever happen and i get another 30 min drive time out of it before same shit happens. What is going on with this damn thing any ideas ?

[@richdogs_st]

Did you leave the spark plugs in there or you took them out ?

[@ultimateconcepts4u]

Wow, great video, thanks for sharing, will replace sensor asap.

[@silasg2010]

I have a question regarding getting the timing cover off. Some people say you don't have to remove the valve cover completely, you just need to lift it enough to get the timing cover to clear the lip. If you're willing to break the timing cover for the sake of getting it off, would a new one slide up and into the valve cover, or does it absolutely need to be moved to do so? I found the upper timing cover on amazon for $14. I was wondering, would it theoretically be possibly to dremel a hole/window, for lack of a better term, into the new cover that would provide access to the TDC sensor mounting screw, then slide it up under the lip of the valve cover, or does the valve cover still need to be raised to allow clearance? What made me think of it was a ford ranger I had where there was a method to access the heater box by dremeling a hole, which allowed access, when otherwise you had to take half the dash apart.

[@zeemanzeeman5577]

my 2004 Honda civic giving misfire on multiple cylinders code. the engine misfires about 4000 rpm or when driving over 50 pmh. will appreciate help. thanks

[@Bloodwake14]

Like he said with the valve cover. It onlu takes one small spot for bad leaking. Did a cam/ ecu swap on my 02 civic and did not change the valve cover gasket after used the same one and one small crack had occurd and she pissed oil, smoke, and lost alot of power. If i didnt have an oil pressure guage to watch i would have destroyed my engine. Just one of the problems you could possibly run into, always change that gasket

[@wiredawg2005]

Referring to a 2003 Honda Civic EX, Is the "TDC Sensor" the same as a "Camshaft Position Sensor"?

[@simon_far]

TDC Sensor is always the same as Camshaft Position Sensor, it's just a different name for the same part.

[@paradisemace1]

So what happened to checking the camshaft end play?

[@miniscratch2639]

Thanks worked on my honda civic 2005 with p0340 code

[@bethric07]

I need video on how to change boot for rack and pinion honda civic 2001 - 2005

[@Joseph-yh6sx]

Very informative and methodical.

[@Chubbycat747]

Just bought a used 2001 Honda Civic. First real test drive. When it got warmed up, the check engine light came on and it started sputtering, barely got it back in the driveway. Codes p1298 and p1361 were read. I wonder how the two are related?

[@Chubbycat747]

www.civicforums.com/forums/36-mechanical-problems-vehicle-issues-fix-forum/355784-2002-civic-ex-stalls-codes-p1361-p1298.html

[@mgarc1960]

Do i have to remove the valve cover to replace the cam position sensor?

[@richiekenneth3397]

*****Yes, the video doesn't explain it but the valve cover overlaps the timing cover making it impossible to remove it without breaking it. It was very easy to do so. Just make sure you have the time and patience to do the repair and watch the video step by step as you go along. I would recommend high temp sealant from the local parts store ($7) to reseal gasket. The dealership charges $14 for their sealant. The sensor runs for about $65, the gasket is about $15.

[@tsegithunder]

can I just remove the upper camshaft cover without removing the valve cover?

[@paquillo1993]

Why did u replace sensor? Dtc's? P1316??

[@johnj.schauer11]

Yeah because of TDP sensor code

[@10Gmartinez]

Where is the crank shaft position sensor located?!?!?

[@kurte8937]

The third bolt on the timing cover just kept spinning on me. Also i didnt have a rubber mallet and couldnt get my valve cover off for shit. Whats a good sealant for when i finally get the bitch off? Got my CPS for $10 off eBay.

[@wgalvitron]

so this happened to me it died on the freeway had the p1361 code and pretty much the cause was i ran it way to low on oil and about 3000 miles over past due on an oil change. Now i'm pretty sure i need to replace my valve cover gasket ...could you recommend a couple other things that would be good to replace since i'll be in there?

[@gonzoGarcia2006]

My car gave me this code and says it's the sensor that you are replacing. The car didn't run when the cel came on, but later on the car is running fine. I'm replacing the sensor to make sure it doesn't happen again.

[@joelnunez725]

I have a 04 civic ex that gose in to limp mode after 15 mins driving it won't let me pass 3500 rpm code p0344..Help

[@jonburg1787]

Awesome bro! Thank you

[@TheDevilsWisper]

Hey thanks, this video really helped me out.

[@spicyF1]

Currently have this issue with My 2001 honda civic, car would just die after 20 mins of driving, did some reading on some forums, they said if the TDC sensor is disconnected it would run in Limp mode and go no faster than 60 kmph, so I tried that, and disconnecting that socket on the sensor was hard so cramped to work in. after it was disconnected didnt start so that dont work, awaiting the new sensor to try again

[@JonathanN8484]

Awesome video! Would you be able to post a video on how to change a crank shaft sensor on a honda civic 2003 please?

[@joshual574]

If I change the sensor and put the valve cover back on with possibly a damaged/dirty gasket is it a big deal?

[@mak00ileven]

Joshua L it's a very big deal.. it means you will have massive oil leaks. Eventually your engine will die if it doesn't explode first

[@samuelroldan9928]

You are good . Thanks For you Help .

[@DEMON00LEGION]

Can you replace the sensor without removing the valve cover?

[@guardian8319]

We will never know my little 8 year old comment

[@Thetomcribb]

Revisen el sensor Tdc. Cuesta alrededor de 1300 pesos Mx en la agencia. Llevo 300 kms sin que se apague mi coche. Antes se apagaba de golpe y sin ningún tipo de aviso, y después de un rato prendia. Tdc sensor. Es una pieza de plástico más pequeña que su mano.

[@iZam1981]

Solo se reemplaza? No se limpia o se da mantenimiento?

[@Thetomcribb]

israel zamudio No habia visto tu mensaje . Yo cambie el mio por uno nuevo. dudo se le pueda hacer algo, mas no pierdes mucho con intentar. Yo llevo 700 kms sin presentar fallas. Y cabe mencionar que en la agencia me dieron 60 dias de garantia en la refaccion

[@rahimraytube]

Hi please if you have any video for 2001 Honda odyssey Crankshaft Position Sensor Replace

[@mcpsh]

yes, otherwise you will not be able to remove the plastic timing belt cover. 1 edge of the belt cover sits underneath the valve cover.

[@aliceholmes-slater4596]

I really enjoyed this

[@OOTD_]

He doesn't tell you all the other stuff that's bolted in the way. I'm trying to fix my valve cover gasket now and there are many things I'm encountering that he didn't explain. It seems his car was prepped for the job. While for us with everything like factory it's going to be harder.

[@javiercarbajal7631]

Great & complete video, thanks for your help

[@jameswhyte1340]

Great video! could you do one on a head gasket replacement?

[@miniscratch2639]

+James Whyte there is a youtube video out there

[@dragonliger233]

Thank you, you save me lots of money...

[@jesusiori25]

where did u buy the head gasket?? because autozone or oreilly sell u a set or a kit

[@drumskas]

thank you so much, although I was only looking to know more about where exactly the cam position sensor is located, I ended up watching the whole video, but you really kind of zoomed in too much, reason why I still don't know for sure where the sensor is... but I do have an idea. Thanks.

[@mak00ileven]

drumskas its bottom right of the timing belt.. and you can't miss the timing belt

[@chocha59]

Extremely Helpful, The attention to detail and the sequence of method, thanks to DIYautotech

[@mcf1gtr]

I have a 2001 honda civic and out of no where my safe mode kick in and I wasn't able to drive over 10mph. turn my car off and after 3hrs she drove like nothing ever happen..would these censor maybe its the problem in my car? thanks for your time!

[@holylips2859]

+mcf1gtr What you are witnessing is the sensor going bad. My sensor first started going bad when I would try to turn the ignition on. There wasn't even a clicking noise. But after awhile it kick on. Two weeks later car is in limp mode. My sensor throws the p1362, I bought a camshaft position sensor and replaced with the help of watching this video about 50 times no less. Changed out the sensor and now the car reads no codes .! I also factory reset the car after its surgery lol.

[@Gastonus]

Awesome man! That helped me a hell of a lot! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@crix868]

Thanks a lot for the video, I have to do the same thing and its nit that difficult not that I know where it is

[@arivcamacho4817]

Great Video! Helped out!

[@evanl5299]

This is a very high quality video. Thanks a ton. Q: I have this code, but my engine seems to rattle. Is it possible that there is excessive camshaft play? If so, how can I tell that this is the problem, rather than just the sensor? I'd like to know before purchasing the sensor. Thanks.

[@zyxnix]

+Evan L Did you ever find out what that rattle was from? I think I have the same and now code P1361

[@evanl5299]

+MJ X Hey, turns out one of my timing belt pulleys had bad bearings, which caused the whole belt to go out of alignment which is why I was getting this code. Just desperately needed a timing belt change.

[@evanl5299]

+MJ X that's why I was hearing a rattling noise.

[@evanl5299]

+MJ X Fixed it with the full timing belt change and pulleys, problem went away 100% and never came back.

[@zyxnix]

cool thanks

[@abdullahharoon2788]

Hi Dear i have problem in my CIVIC EXI 1.5 ..RPM issue especially in morning and nite .when i start driving RPM going down and car off.

[@iZam1981]

Wow amazing work!!! thanks a lot!!

[@silasg2010]

Its so ludicrous that honda couldn't have just designed it so that the opening in the timing cover was wider so that the sensor could be replaced without going through all this.

[@batman3698]

You should see the ones that have ABS. A big block of brake lines 2cm in front of that opening.

[@Pabbam]

Great video. Could you please tell me what tools/supplies you needed? I want to make sure I have everything before I start.

[@naveedmughal568]

I have Honda civic and problem is rpm not going to be ap 4th can you no this please help me

[@naveedmughal568]

2003

[@Hassamdin]

Is the Cam position Sensor and Top Dead Center Sensor the Same Thing ?

[@igmjay_8437]

Hassam ud-din. Yes

[@pamckenzie]

Thanks for the video worked out just great.! Saved a lot of money.

[@chrisb648]

hi Did this actually fix the problem ?

[@dwaynejeannude]

Great vid.

[@danielrdz4704]

I change the tdc sensor but its still doing it it goes into limp mode when am driving it

[@richiekenneth3397]

daniel rdz Could be the wiring and or the other sensor. The dealership said their are two. If you had the 1361 Sensor 1 error then this video is for you, any other error then maybe the wiring or other sensor.

[@danielrdz4704]

thnx

[@Incredible1ification]

Did you ever get yours fixed? My car died on the freeway too and this code came up. I replaced the sensor but now it goes in limp mode as soon as I start it. Before I could drive it normal for a while before it died. Any ideas?

[@gonzoGarcia2006]

Remember there's two sensors. Camshaft and crankshaft.

[@gonzoGarcia2006]

Remember there's two sensors. Camshaft and crankshaft.

[@PDGamingHD]

Did it solve the problem?

[@GuAp_JZ]

Thanks man your vids help so much. You're a beast, I subscribed back when were doing your suby block vids. By tdc sensor that is the same reference as the ckp? (crankshaft position sensor)

[@marioatrucking]

Nice. What was it doing before?

[@foreverchilllin]

do you need to remove your sparkplugs for this?

[@hectoremm6456]

no

[@dtwinkler69]

Thanks for sharing!