Standard Ignition CSA9 camshaft synchronizer for the 1997-2003 Ford F-150 V6 4.2L and other vehicles senses camshaft position and sends that signal to the engine's control system. It is also called an engine camshaft synchronizer.
- 100% environmental, endurance and end-of-line testing covers timing, pulse width and signal amplitude
- Circuitry protects the system from stray electro-magnetic fields and power spikes
- Custom magnetic circuit programming calibrates the sensor in performance testing to improve timing accuracy between target wheel and sensor output
- Integrated A/D converter and digital signal processing with a dynamically adaptive switch point improve accuracy and operation
Quick facts
- Part: Standard Ignition CSA9 camshaft synchronizer
- Also called: engine camshaft synchronizer
- Fits: 1997-2003 Ford F-150 V6 4.2L and other vehicles
- Condition: New
Hard starting, stalling or a check engine light can mean the synchronizer is worn, though a crankshaft position sensor or an ignition coil can be behind any of them.
Fits
The 1997-2003 Ford F-150 V6 4.2L, the 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V6 3.8L and the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage V6 4.2L are among the vehicles this synchronizer fits, along with other Ford and Mercury models. If your vehicle isn't named here, look up its year, make and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Terminals: 3 male blade terminals
Build and materials
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One camshaft synchronizer and one instruction sheet. This listing is one synchronizer, and each vehicle takes one.
Interchange: CZA108 · ECS1003 · CSU108 · DA2096 · F6TZ12A362CA · F6TZ12A362CB
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
CZA108, ECS1003, CSU108, DA2096, F6TZ12A362CA, F6TZ12A362CB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CSA9 the right Mustang camshaft synchronizer for a 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V6 3.8L?
Yes. The Standard Ignition CSA9 fits the 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V6 3.8L. For a different vehicle, find its year, make and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does the CSA9 synchronizer come with an instruction sheet?
Yes. The Standard Ignition CSA9 comes with one instruction sheet packed with the synchronizer.
How many blade terminals does the Standard Ignition CSA9 have?
This synchronizer has three male blade terminals.
Could hard starting or stalling come from a worn camshaft synchronizer?
Yes. Hard starting, stalling or a check engine light can go with a worn synchronizer, and a shop can test its signal with the right equipment.
Does the Standard Ignition CSA9 replace Ford F6TZ12A362CA?
Yes. F6TZ12A362CA is one of the numbers the Standard Ignition CSA9 replaces, along with F6TZ12A362CB and several other cross-reference numbers.
