Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL - 2.0L / 2.4L / 2.4L TURBO

Crankshaft Position Sensor:

The Crankshaft Position Sensor is in the front of the engine block just under the starter motor.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Raise vehicle and support.






3. On 2.4L SRT-4 remove the lower inner cooler hose from the metal tube.

4. Remove the Structural Collar, refer to Service and Repair

5. Unlock and disconnect the electrical connector to the crankshaft position sensor.

6. Remove the crankshaft position sensor bolt.






7. Remove the sensor.

INSTALLATION - 2.0L / 2.4L / 2.4L Turbo






1. Check O-ring for damage and lubricate the O-ring with engine oil before installing sensor.

2. Use a twisting motion when installing the sensor.

3. Install and tighten the crankshaft position sensor bolt and tighten to 9 Nm (80 ± 15 in. lbs.).

4. Connect and lock the electrical connector to the crankshaft position sensor.






5. Install the Structural Collar, refer to Service and Repair

6. On 2.4L SRT-4 install the lower inner cooler hose to metal tube and tighten clamp.

7. Lower vehicle.

8. Connect the negative battery cable.