Parts for your 2014 Ford Transit-Camshaft sensor

2014 Ford Transit camshaft sensor: purpose, service tips, and FAQs

Technical documentation confirms the 2014 Ford Transit is fitted with a camshaft position (CMP) sensor. The Ford Workshop Manual for Transit (V363, model year 2014) details CMP Sensor removal and installation procedures within the Engine Management section, and Ford’s parts catalogues list a dedicated camshaft sensor for the 2.2 L Duratorq TDCi engines used in this model year. Typical OE references include AV6Q-12K073-AA and BK2Q-12K073-AA, with superseding Ford part numbers commonly noted by dealers.

• Ford Workshop Manual (Transit 2014 V363), Engine Controls/Engine Management, “Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor – Remove and Install”.
• Ford ETIS/Microcat parts listings for 2014 Transit 2.2 TDCi showing CMP sensor assemblies and O-ring seals.
• Common OBD references: DTCs P0340/P0341 relate to CMP circuit/performance on this platform.

On the 2014 Transit, the camshaft sensor lets the ECU know exactly where the camshaft is in its rotation. Paired with the crankshaft sensor, it synchronises fuel injection and, on applicable variants, supports precise timing strategies to keep starts clean, idle stable, and fuel economy on point. If the CMP signal drops out or goes out of range, the van may crank longer, stumble at idle, feel flat under load, or throw the check engine light, often with codes like P0340 or P0341.

There’s no set replacement interval for the camshaft sensor — it’s a replace-on-fault item. As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to scan the ECU for stored or pending codes, eyeball the sensor connector under the bonnet for corrosion or oil intrusion, and check the engine harness where it runs past the rocker cover for chafing. Any oil wicking into the loom should be sorted before it becomes a bigger headache.

When replacement is needed, go with an OE or reputable brand sensor and a fresh O-ring. Let the engine cool, disconnect the battery negative, then access the sensor on the cylinder head (location varies slightly by engine variant). Remove the retaining fastener, draw out the sensor, lightly oil the new O-ring, seat it squarely, and refit the fastener to the correct torque. Clear fault codes and, using a capable scan tool, confirm live data for stable cam/crank synchronisation. Most Transits will relearn on their own after a few warm-up and drive cycles, but a Cam/Crank Relearn procedure (if supported by the tool) speeds things up and keeps the ECU happy.

A quick road test to verify crisp starts, smooth idle, and no reappearing DTCs is the final box ticked. Treat the wiring with care, keep connectors clean and dry, and the cam sensor will generally be a fit-and-forget piece of kit.

FAQs

Where is the camshaft sensor on a 2014 Ford Transit?
It’s mounted on the cylinder head, reading a target on the camshaft. On the 2.2 L Duratorq TDCi, you’ll typically find it at the front or rear of the head depending on engine orientation and build. Look for a small two- or three-pin connector and a single retaining fastener.

What are common symptoms of a failing camshaft sensor on a 2014 Transit?
Hard starting (especially warm), rough idle, hesitation on take-off, poorer fuel economy, and an illuminated check engine lamp. Scan tools often show DTCs like P0340/P0341 and may log intermittent sync loss events in live data.

Does the 2014 Transit need programming after camshaft sensor replacement?
Usually not full programming. Clear fault codes and perform a cam/crank relearn if the scan tool supports it. The ECU will normally adapt after a few drive cycles, but a guided relearn helps stabilise sync straight away.