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Ford Escape 2015: Suspected defective camshaft sensor causing engine problems

Hey guys, I hope someone can help me. My 2015 Ford Escape with a gasoline engine and 98136 km mileage is showing really disgusting symptoms. The check engine light is on, the engine is running rough and losing power. It also twitches when accelerating and dies when idling. Sometimes it won't even start. After my last horror experience at the mechanic, I simply no longer trust them. Now I suspect myself that it could be a camshaft sensor. Has anyone had similar problems with their car and actually been able to trace it back to this sensor? What experiences have you had at the mechanic? Many thanks in advance.

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Hi, mine is a 2012 Ford Focus and I had the same problem. It was actually a faulty master gear on the camshaft. The car would twitch when accelerating and didn't idle well. Similar to yours, sometimes it just wouldn't start. The problem turned out to be serious, but nothing a good mechanic couldn't fix. After replacing the faulty master gear on the camshaft, the car ran like new again. Remember, the right diagnosis is half the battle. Don't be discouraged! All the best.

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Hi, your experience sounds pretty similar to what I'm going through at the moment. Do you happen to remember how much the fun at the mechanic cost you? And have you had any other problems since then? Best regards!

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Hey, I actually remember the cost. I had to pay €695 to repair the defective master gear on the camshaft. But I have to say, it was worth every penny. Since the visit to the mechanic, the malfunction of the camshaft sensor has been rectified and my car is running like a kitten again - no more problems. A real relief, I tell you. Greetings back!

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Wow, that's a lot of money! But if that's the solution, then I guess I'll have to bite the bullet. I'm glad you were successful with it and that there were no further problems. That gives me hope! I'll make an appointment with the mechanic and hope that he's just as competent as yours was back then. Thanks for your help and advice! Take good care of yourself. Bye!

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