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Prenco 4E-1010 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor
Engine Camshaft Position Sensor for Ford and Mazda
Prenco 4E-1010 is an engine camshaft position sensor built for direct-fit service on a wide range of Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications. It uses a 3-terminal blade connection with a rectangular female connector to support accurate camshaft signal input for engine management systems.
Key Features
- Engine camshaft position sensor for ignition and engine timing signal input
- Blade terminal type with 3 terminals
- Single rectangular female connector
- Regular grade replacement part
- No mounting bracket included
- Fits Ford F-150, Explorer, Ranger, Mustang, Windstar, Aerostar, Taurus, Thunderbird, E-Series vans, Mercury Mountaineer, Cougar, Sable, and Mazda B3000/B4000 applications
Detailed Description
This Prenco camshaft position sensor, part number 4E-1010, is specified for vehicles including the 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 2005-2008 Ford F-150, 1996-2001 Ford Explorer, 1995-2001 Ford Ranger, and 1998-2000 Mazda B4000. It also covers additional Ford and Mercury applications such as the E-150, E-250, Mountaineer, Mustang, Windstar, Aerostar, Taurus, Thunderbird, Cougar, and Sable. The 3-pin style connector and blade terminals are important for matching the original electrical interface on the vehicle.
This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 180-0321 and Spectra Premium S10102 for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Restoring camshaft position signal accuracy
- Addressing hard-start or no-start conditions tied to cam signal loss
- Correcting intermittent stalling or rough running related to sensor output
- Resolving check engine lights associated with camshaft position sensor faults
- Replacing a worn or electrically unstable sensor on Ford F-150, Explorer, or Ranger applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify connector shape, terminal count, and vehicle application before installation. This sensor uses a rectangular female connector with 3 blade terminals and does not include a mounting bracket. Confirm the original connector style on 3-pin Ford Ranger, Explorer, and Windstar applications, since some model years list specific 3-pin notes in fitment.
Quality Assurance
Prenco 4E-1010 is a regular-grade replacement sensor built to match the listed electrical and connector specifications for the covered Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications.
| Brand | Prenco |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4E-1010 |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Quantity | 1 |
| Connector Shape | Rectangular |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Mounting Bracket Included | No |
| Terminal Quantity | 3 |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
This part fits 80 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2007 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2006 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2005 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2004 | Ford | F-150 Heritage | N/A | |
| 2003 | Ford | E-150 | N/A | |
| 2003 | Ford | E-150 Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 2003 | Ford | E-250 | N/A | |
| 2003 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2002 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | N/A | |
| 2002 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 2002 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | N/A | |
| 2002 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2001 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | N/A | |
| 2001 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 2001 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | N/A | |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 2001 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2001 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | 3 pin |
| 2000 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | 3 pin |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | 3 Pin |
| 2000 | Mazda | B4000 | N/A | |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 1999 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | N/A | |
| 1999 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 1999 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | N/A | |
| 1999 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | 3 pin |
| 1999 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 1999 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | 3 pin |
| 1999 | Mazda | B4000 | N/A | |
| 1999 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | |
| 1998 | Ford | Windstar | N/A | 3 pin |
| 1998 | Mazda | B4000 | N/A | |
| 1998 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Aerostar | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | F-150 | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | 3 pin |
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | |
| 1997 | Ford | Windstar | N/A | |
| 1997 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 1997 | Mercury | Sable | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Aerostar | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | 3 pin |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Thunderbird | N/A | |
| 1996 | Ford | Windstar | N/A | |
| 1996 | Mazda | B3000 | N/A | |
| 1996 | Mercury | Cougar | N/A | |
| 1996 | Mercury | Sable | N/A | |
| 1995 | Ford | Aerostar | N/A | |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | 3 pin |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | N/A | |
| 1995 | Ford | Windstar | N/A | |
| 1995 | Mazda | B3000 | N/A | |
| 1994 | Mazda | B3000 | 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.