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Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement (24X)

Crankshaft And Camshaft Position Sensor Assemblies:





Remove or Disconnect:
1. Disconnect negative battery cable
2. Remove serpentine belts from crankshaft pulley
3. Properly raise and support vehicle
4. Using 28 mm socket, remove crankshaft harmonic balancer retaining bolt

Crankshaft Balancer With Interrupter Rings:





7. Using special tool J38197, remove crankshaft harmonic balancer
8. Disconnect sensor electrical connector
9. Remove sensor from block face


Install or Connect:
1. Install crankshaft position sensor to block face
2. Tighten bolts to 10 Nm (8 lb ft)
3. Connect electrical connector
4. Install balancer on crankshaft
5. Apply thread sealer GM #1052080 or equivalent to threads of crankshaft balancer bolt. Torque bolt to 150 Nm (110 lb ft)
6. Lower vehicle
7. Install serpentine belt
8. Connect negative battery cable