Dorman 645-526 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor Connector

Engine Camshaft Position Sensor Connector

Dorman 645-526 is an engine camshaft position sensor connector built to match the original connector’s shape and function on specified vehicles. It uses quality materials for dependable electrical contact and long-term durability in the engine harness.

Compatible With Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, Saab, Isuzu, Hummer, and select performance applications, this OE-style connector is a direct service part for repairing damaged sensor wiring at the camshaft position sensor sub-harness.

Key Features

• OE-style engine camshaft position sensor connector for specified applications
• Female connector with oval housing profile
• 3-wire design with 6 terminals
• Blade terminal type with tin brass terminal material
• 7.5 in overall length for sensor-to-main-harness service use
• Designed for reliable electrical performance and durability

Detailed Description

Dorman 645-526 is engineered as a replacement engine camshaft position sensor connector for vehicles that use a sub-harness between the sensor and the main harness. The connector is built with a female housing, oval shape, and blade-style terminals to match the original hardware on the listed applications. It is a practical repair solution for Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Cadillac CTS, and other GM platforms that rely on this connector style.

This part cross-references 12627501 for the same application. The Dorman 645-526 part number is also useful when searching for a camshaft position sensor connector for Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, GMC Yukon, or Chevrolet Camaro service repairs.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or heat-damaged camshaft position sensor connector housings
• Intermittent sensor signal caused by worn terminals
• Corrosion at the sensor-to-harness connection point
• Loose or unreliable electrical contact in the camshaft sensor circuit
• Harness repair needs on GM trucks, SUVs, and performance cars

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and wire configuration before installation. This connector is listed as a sub-harness from sensor to main harness on the supported vehicles, so confirm the existing harness routing and connector style before replacing the damaged section. Match the original wire gauge and terminal orientation during repair to maintain proper sensor communication.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this connector to match the appearance and function of the original hardware on specified applications. The use of quality materials and tin brass terminals supports consistent electrical contact and durability in engine-bay conditions.