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Denso 196-2004 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor - Exhaust
Reliable Engine Camshaft Position Sensor for Acura and Honda Vehicles
The Denso 196-2004 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor is designed to provide accurate timing signals for optimal engine performance. Compatible with various Acura and Honda models, this sensor ensures precise camshaft position detection to support efficient fuel injection and ignition timing.
Key Features of the Denso 196-2004 Camshaft Position Sensor
- Terminal Type: Pin connection for secure electrical contact
- Grade Type: Regular grade for standard performance requirements
- Connector Quantity: Single connector for straightforward installation
- Connector Shape: Oval design to match factory wiring harness
- Terminal Quantity: Three terminals for reliable signal transmission
- Connector Gender: Female connector compatible with OEM harness
- Wiring Harness and Mounting Bracket: Not included, designed for direct replacement
Detailed Description and Compatibility
This Denso Engine Camshaft Position Sensor (part number 196-2004) is engineered to meet OEM specifications for Acura and Honda vehicles, including the Accord, Civic, CR-V, Element, Fit, RDX, RSX, and TSX models. The sensor’s pin-type terminal and oval-shaped female connector ensure a precise fit with the vehicle’s existing wiring harness. With three terminals, it delivers accurate camshaft position data to the engine control unit, which is critical for timing fuel injection and ignition events.
Common Applications and Problem Resolution
- Corrects engine misfires caused by faulty camshaft position signals
- Resolves issues with rough idling or stalling related to sensor failure
- Improves engine starting performance by providing accurate timing data
- Eliminates check engine light codes related to camshaft sensor faults
- Supports smooth acceleration and fuel efficiency in compatible Acura and Honda models
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation of the Denso 196-2004 sensor requires no additional wiring harness or mounting bracket, as it is designed for direct replacement of the factory sensor. Ensure the vehicle’s ignition is off before beginning installation. Carefully disconnect the female oval connector and remove the old sensor. Install the new sensor securely, reconnect the connector, and verify proper sensor alignment to avoid signal errors.
Quality Assurance and Warranty Information
Denso manufactures this camshaft position sensor to meet strict quality standards, ensuring reliable performance and durability. While specific warranty details may vary, Denso typically offers coverage against manufacturing defects. Using this sensor helps maintain the integrity of your Acura or Honda engine management system.
| Brand | Denso |
| Part Number | 196-2004 |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Quantity | 1 |
| Connector Shape | Oval |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Mounting Bracket Included | NO |
| Terminal Quantity | 3 |
| Terminal Type | Pin |
| Wiring Harness Included | NO |
This part fits 59 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Acura | RDX | N/A | ||
| 2011 | Acura | RDX | N/A | ||
| 2011 | Honda | Civic | Exhaust | Exhaust | |
| 2011 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2011 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2010 | Acura | RDX | N/A | ||
| 2010 | Honda | Civic | Exhaust | Exhaust | |
| 2010 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2010 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2009 | Acura | RDX | N/A | ||
| 2009 | Honda | Civic | Exhaust | Exhaust | |
| 2009 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2009 | Honda | CR-V | Exhaust | ||
| 2009 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2008 | Acura | RDX | N/A | ||
| 2008 | Acura | TSX | Exhaust | ||
| 2008 | Honda | Civic | Si | Exhaust | Exhaust |
| 2008 | Honda | Civic | MUGEN Si | Exhaust | Exhaust |
| 2008 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2008 | Honda | CR-V | Exhaust | ||
| 2008 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2008 | Honda | Fit | N/A | ||
| 2007 | Acura | RDX | N/A | ||
| 2007 | Acura | TSX | Exhaust | ||
| 2007 | Honda | Accord | Exhaust | ||
| 2007 | Honda | Civic | Exhaust | Exhaust | |
| 2007 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2007 | Honda | CR-V | Exhaust | ||
| 2007 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2007 | Honda | Fit | N/A | ||
| 2006 | Acura | RSX | N/A | ||
| 2006 | Acura | TSX | Exhaust | ||
| 2006 | Honda | Accord | Exhaust | ||
| 2006 | Honda | Civic | Exhaust | Exhaust | |
| 2006 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2006 | Honda | CR-V | N/A | ||
| 2006 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2005 | Acura | RSX | N/A | ||
| 2005 | Acura | TSX | Exhaust | ||
| 2005 | Honda | Accord | Exhaust | ||
| 2005 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2005 | Honda | CR-V | N/A | ||
| 2005 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2004 | Acura | RSX | N/A | ||
| 2004 | Acura | TSX | Exhaust | ||
| 2004 | Honda | Accord | Exhaust | ||
| 2004 | Honda | Civic | Si | N/A | |
| 2004 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2004 | Honda | CR-V | N/A | ||
| 2004 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2003 | Acura | RSX | N/A | ||
| 2003 | Honda | Accord | Exhaust | ||
| 2003 | Honda | Civic | Si | N/A | |
| 2003 | Honda | Civic | N/A | ||
| 2003 | Honda | CR-V | N/A | ||
| 2003 | Honda | Element | Exhaust | ||
| 2002 | Acura | RSX | N/A | ||
| 2002 | Honda | Civic | Si | N/A | |
| 2002 | Honda | CR-V | N/A |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.