Dorman 962-243 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor - Intake

Camshaft Position Sensor for GM Intake Applications

This Dorman engine camshaft position sensor is a standard replacement for intake-side applications where the original sensor has failed from heat or internal component damage. It is built to match the fit and function of the OE sensor so the engine control unit receives the correct camshaft position input.

Part number 962-243 is used on select Chevrolet Trax, Sonic, Cruze, Cruze Limited, Aveo, Aveo5, and Pontiac G3 applications with intake position fitment. If you are replacing a failed camshaft position sensor on a Chevrolet Cruze or Chevrolet Sonic, this Dorman 962-243 is built for that service.

Key Features

• Engine camshaft position sensor for intake-side applications
• Standard replacement design for OE-style fit and function
• Black housing with one female oval connector
• Blade terminal design with no wire lead, harness, or mounting bracket included
• Direct replacement for select Chevrolet and Pontiac vehicles
• Cross-reference part number: Standard Ignition PC850

Detailed Description

Dorman 962-243 is an engine camshaft position sensor designed to restore proper camshaft signal input after the original sensor has failed. By matching the original sensor’s fit and function, it helps maintain accurate engine control unit timing information on intake-position applications. This part number 962-243 is listed for select Chevrolet Trax, Sonic, Cruze, Cruze Limited, Aveo, and Aveo5 models, plus Pontiac G3 and G3 Wave applications.

For buyers searching for a camshaft position sensor for Chevrolet Cruze intake, Chevrolet Sonic camshaft position sensor replacement, or Pontiac G3 intake sensor service, this Dorman unit provides a direct-fit replacement path without unnecessary extras.

What It Helps Address

• Check engine light related to camshaft position sensor faults
• Hard starting or extended crank conditions caused by incorrect camshaft signal input
• Rough idle or drivability issues tied to sensor failure
• Intermittent stalling from heat-damaged sensor components
• Engine control unit input errors from a failed intake camshaft sensor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify intake-position fitment before installation and compare the connector shape, terminal style, and mounting location to the original sensor. This sensor uses one oval female connector and does not include a wiring harness, wire lead, or mounting bracket. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before ordering.

Compatible With 2013-2020 Chevrolet Trax, intake; 2012-2018 Chevrolet Sonic, intake; 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, intake; 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, intake; 2009-2011 Chevrolet Aveo, intake; 2009-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5, intake; 2009-2010 Pontiac G3, intake; and 2009 Pontiac G3 Wave, intake.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this camshaft position sensor as a standard replacement part engineered to match OE fit and function for the listed applications.