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Camshaft

Critical For Operation

Engine

Controls the opening and closing of the engine's intake and exhaust valves.

The camshaft rotates to open and close the intake and exhaust valves in sync with the engine’s operation, allowing fuel and air to enter and exhaust gases to exit the combustion chamber.

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Typical part cost
$200–$600🔒
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Typical labor cost
$300–$800🔒
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Typically lasts
150,000–250,000 mi
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Or about
10.0–15.0 years
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DIY difficulty
7/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Camshaft is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Poor engine performance
Rough idling
Check engine light
Loss of power
Engine misfires
Engine noise

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Camshaft(s)

No standard interval on file

Inspect Camshaft(s)

No standard interval on file

Repair Camshaft(s)

No standard interval on file