2000 Jetta 2.0 Camshaft Position Sensor

[brian5534]

My wife's 2000 Jetta 2.0 had the check engine light come on. Code check at the dealer came up with P0341 Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance. They said that they needed to replace the sensor. Part: $72...total with labor: $922!!! I think that is insane.

I have read a few of the posts and the sensor seems to be deep in the engine. I'm not too familiar with auto repair, but I have good friends that are. Has anyone replaced this sensor on their own, or know where I can find do-it-yourself info on replacing this sensor?

[veedubmechanic]

you have to remove the timing belt and cam gear. Its bolted to the cyl head behind the gear. shouldnt be more than 5hrs labor.. u do the labor/hr rate calculation!