I registered a cam shaft sensor code last night, the engine was jumping.. Brought her home, and this morning wouldn't start. Tried too but didn't. Don't want to go the dealer in Fairfield/Darien.. Is this hard to fix? I found another thread on here with the same issue.. I don't want to replace it and if it be the timing belt... Thoughts?

 

Below are the instructions from Bentley...


Remove engine vibration bracket
Remove fuel line bracket bolt and set the bracket aside
Remove fuel tank vent valve
Support oil pan with a jack
Remove right side engine mounting bracket
Remove engine ground cable
Remove 4 engine mounting bolts from engine block
Lift motor
Working at the right end of cylinder head, unlock and detach camshaft sensor electrical harness connector
Unscrew sensor mounting bolt and remove sensor
When installing, lubricate sealing o-ring antiseize paste
Torque down to 9nm (7 ft-lb)

 

Thank you! Who is Bentley? I show that the sensor is right on top of the engine in the top right corner? It's not? That sounds like a lot of work..

 

http://www.bentleypublishers.com/mini/cooper/

What year MINI do you have?

 

http://www.bentleypublishers.com/mini/

 

http://www.bentleypublishers.com/min...2007-2011.html

 

soooo... that sounds really complicated..

 

Sounds worse then it is. If you are not mechanically inclined take it to a good shop or stealership then.