Motorad 1CS156 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor - Exhaust or Intake

Engine Camshaft Position Sensor for BMW

The Motorad 1CS156 engine camshaft position sensor is an OE replacement built for BMW applications that require accurate camshaft signal input and stable engine management. It is a black, 3-wire sensor with a female oblong connector and blade terminals, made for direct-fit service on listed BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, Z3, Z4, and Z8 applications.

Motorad 1CS156 is manufactured in IATF16949-certified facilities and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. If you are replacing a BMW camshaft position sensor for exhaust or intake service, this part is built to match OE-style fitment and electrical connection requirements.

Key Features

• OE replacement camshaft position sensor for BMW engine management systems
• Black housing with 3-wire blade terminal design
• Female oblong connector with 1 connector interface
• Regular-grade sensor construction for direct replacement service
• Built in IATF16949-certified facilities
• Fits BMW exhaust and intake applications listed below
• Motorad 1CS156 cross-references URO 12141438082 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Motorad camshaft position sensor helps provide the engine control module with the camshaft timing signal needed for proper fuel and ignition control. It is listed for a wide range of BMW models, including 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci exhaust, 2001-2006 BMW 330Ci exhaust, 2004-2006 BMW X5 intake, 2003-2005 BMW Z4 exhaust, and 2000-2003 BMW M5 exhaust. Additional coverage includes BMW 323i, 325i, 330i, 525i, 530i, 545i, 645Ci, 745i, 745Li, X3, Z3, and Z8 applications where the OE connector and sensor style match.

Motorad 1CS156 is an OE-style replacement for BMW camshaft position sensor service where the original sensor uses a female oblong connector and blade terminals. The part number 1CS156 is also useful when searching for BMW camshaft position sensor replacement by application or interchange reference.

Common Problems This Part May Address

• Camshaft position sensor fault codes
• Hard starting or extended crank conditions
• Rough idle or inconsistent engine operation
• Intermittent stalling or hesitation
• Check engine light related to camshaft signal loss

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the connector shape, terminal count, and wire lead configuration before installation.
• Confirm whether your BMW application uses exhaust or intake sensor placement.
• Some listed BMW applications note “without wire lead” or “with straight connector”; match the original sensor style before ordering.
• Inspect the connector and harness for corrosion, damaged terminals, or oil contamination during replacement.
• Clear diagnostic trouble codes after installation and confirm proper engine operation.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this sensor in IATF16949-certified facilities to support consistent OE-level accuracy and engine operation. The 1CS156 is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.