Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

Note: Perform the Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn Testing and Inspection whenever the crankshaft position sensor is removed or replaced.




1. Remove the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement Service and Repair.
2. Working through the wheel well opening, disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.




3. Clean the area around the CKP sensor before removal in order to avoid debris from entering the engine.
4. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.
5. Remove the CKP sensor.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the CKP sensor.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

2. Install the CKP sensor bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).




3. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the CKP sensor.
4. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement Service and Repair.
5. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Refer to Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn Testing and Inspection.