Dear netters,

I have a 1999 BMW 323i.  I recently got the service check engine light
lit, and got the code and looked it up -- it says camshaft sensor is
having a problem.  I also took it to a local auto shop, and they also
said the same thing.

I was wondering, $900 repair bill for this problem is sensible.  The
mechanic said the parts are inexpensive, but labor takes 8-9 hours,
therefore the high bill.  And if it is such a complicated job, should
I take it to the dealer, instead of a local repair shop?

I just did some googling on this, and some said it's easy to replace
it.  Is that true?

Thanks!