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    Range Extender won't start - Inlet camshaft sensor error

    That's the right question, for sure. For $50 and an hour of shop time, it seems like it would be worthwhile to find out. As noted, the engine actually runs fine -- if you trick it into running by clearing the codes.
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    Range Extender won't start - Inlet camshaft sensor error

    Thanks for posting the related issue. I think that person got taken for a ride. The sensor is a $50 part, and getting to it is no harder than replacing the sparkplugs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHnQmPLXuj0 I'm going to enlist the help of a mechanic buddy and try this myself (with his...
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    Range Extender won't start - Inlet camshaft sensor error

    No warranty from dealer (knew that going in). Oil levels are pristine. Why should they have to drop the engine out of the car? I can see the sensor, and the screw that holds it in, not 3 inches from the oil dipstick. Its a little buried by the engine cover, but it's right there...
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    Range Extender won't start - Inlet camshaft sensor error

    Hi all, new here and new to a 2015 i3 Rex. Bought the car off a generic used dealer for a great price a couple weeks ago. Replaced the 12V battery with a brand new one from Remy, after trickle charging it fully. Coded the car for HSOC but resolved not to run the Rex until I could do an oil...
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