{"product_id":"riffraff-diesel-rdp-1825899c93-1994-5-2003-ford-7-3l-camshaft-position-sensor","title":"RIFFRAFF DIESEL RDP-1825899C93 1994.5-2003 FORD 7.3L CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRiffraff Diesel 7.3L Powerstroke Camshaft Position Sensor CPS – 1994–2003\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRiffraff Diesel upgraded Camshaft Position Sensor (CPS)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium replacement sensor engineered specifically for \u003cstrong\u003e1994–2003 Ford 7.3L Powerstroke diesel engines\u003c\/strong\u003e. The CPS is one of the most important engine-management sensors on the 7.3L Powerstroke, providing the PCM with the engine position and speed information necessary to properly control injector firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA weak, intermittent, or failed \u003cstrong\u003e7.3 Powerstroke camshaft position sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e can cause hard starting, crank\/no-start conditions, intermittent stalling, rough idle, poor throttle response, or sudden engine shutdown while driving. CPS failures have historically been so common on the 7.3L that many Powerstroke owners have carried a spare sensor in the truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Modern Replacement for the Original Black and Updated Grey CPS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original International \u003cstrong\u003eblack CPS\u003c\/strong\u003e became well known among 7.3L owners for its drivability, throttle response, and consistent engine operation, but it was also prone to failures that could cause the engine to stall unexpectedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFord addressed this concern with \u003cstrong\u003eSafety Recall 07S57 in December 2007\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing the failure-prone black Camshaft Position Sensor with an updated grey-colored sensor. While the updated CPS helped reduce certain stalling failures, it introduced another issue that has frustrated 7.3L technicians and owners for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe revised grey CPS can affect the rotational velocity information interpreted by the PCM during a \u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Contribution Test (CCT)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This can result in false or misleading \u003cstrong\u003eP0269 Cylinder #3 Contribution\/Balance Fault\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eP0284 Cylinder #8 Contribution\/Balance Fault\u003c\/strong\u003e trouble codes, potentially making a good injector or healthy cylinder appear to have a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiffraff Diesel developed this new \u003cstrong\u003e7.3L Powerstroke CPS\u003c\/strong\u003e to address the shortcomings associated with both earlier sensor designs. Using modern \u003cstrong\u003eHall Effect sensor technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, updated electronics, and improved manufacturing controls, the Riffraff CPS is designed to provide a clean, stable, and consistent engine position signal to the PCM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone troubleshooting a \u003cstrong\u003e7.3 Powerstroke no-start\u003c\/strong\u003e, intermittent stalling, questionable cylinder contribution test results, rough idle, or simply wanting a high-quality CPS upgrade, the Riffraff Diesel Camshaft Position Sensor is one of the best replacement options currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits \u003cstrong\u003e1994–2003 Ford 7.3L Powerstroke diesel engines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect replacement \u003cstrong\u003e7.3 Powerstroke Camshaft Position Sensor \/ CPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern \u003cstrong\u003eHall Effect sensor technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved camshaft position and engine-speed signal stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps provide accurate engine position information to the PCM\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to improve consistency during \u003cstrong\u003eCylinder Contribution Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent choice when diagnosing questionable \u003cstrong\u003eP0269 #3 cylinder contribution \u0026amp; \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP0284 #8 cylinder contribution faults\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for smooth idle and consistent throttle response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved tolerance to variations in CPS-to-cam gear air gap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach sensor is \u003cstrong\u003eindividually tested before packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValidated using an actual \u003cstrong\u003e7.3L Powerstroke camshaft gear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in an \u003cstrong\u003eIATF 16949 certified facility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in an \u003cstrong\u003eISO 14001 certified facility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for long-term reliability and consistent performance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Failing 7.3 Powerstroke CPS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failing Camshaft Position Sensor may cause:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngine cranks but will not start\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermittent no-start condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngine stalls while driving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSudden engine shutdown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtended cranking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRough or inconsistent idle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoor or inconsistent throttle response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermittent drivability problems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamshaft Position Sensor related diagnostic trouble codes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInconsistent or questionable Cylinder Contribution Test results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend the Riffraff Diesel CPS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiagnosing a 7.3L Powerstroke can become unnecessarily complicated when the PCM is receiving inconsistent engine-position information. This becomes particularly important when diagnosing injector or cylinder contribution problems because the PCM uses small changes in rotational velocity to determine how much each cylinder contributes to engine operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRiffraff Diesel upgraded CPS\u003c\/strong\u003e was designed specifically to provide the stable, repeatable signal that accurate 7.3L engine operation and diagnostics require. Whether you're replacing a failed sensor, trying to eliminate intermittent stalling, troubleshooting a no-start, or dealing with suspicious #3 or #8 cylinder contribution codes, this is the CPS we recommend for the \u003cstrong\u003e1994–2003 7.3L Powerstroke\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more detailed explanation of \u003cstrong\u003e7.3L Powerstroke Camshaft Position Sensor failures, the original black CPS, Ford's grey replacement CPS, Cylinder Contribution Test problems, and P0269\/P0284 diagnostic trouble codes\u003c\/strong\u003e, read our complete 7.3L Powerstroke CPS technical article.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/5446\/9891\/files\/2002-7.3l-perdel-comparision.jpg?v=1788281275\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Product Disclaimer: Cam Position Sensors (CPS) may fail unexpectedly during vehicle operation, which can cause the engine to shut off.  This is an inherent characteristic of the original system design engineered by Ford Motor Company® and has been documented throughout Ford service literature due to the engine’s reliance on a single camshaft position sensor.  To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Riffraff Diesel® shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or inconveniences resulting from the failure of the vehicle’s original CPS system or the inherent design of that system.  This product is sold AS IS, with no implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, except where such warranties cannot be disclaimed under applicable law. Failures resulting from this known design characteristic are not covered under the standard product warranty.  Please review our complete Terms of Sale and Warranty Policy prior to purchase. By purchasing, installing, or using this product, you acknowledge and accept these terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unlimited Diesel Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49550359658755,"sku":null,"price":104.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/5446\/9891\/files\/RDP-1825899C93__04051.jpg?v=1788281250","url":"https:\/\/shop.unlimiteddiesel.com\/products\/riffraff-diesel-rdp-1825899c93-1994-5-2003-ford-7-3l-camshaft-position-sensor","provider":"Unlimited Diesel Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}