Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor























Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. NOTICE: Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position prior to working on the electronic engine controls or the vehicle can be damaged.

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

3. Remove the bolt and position the battery ground cable aside.
- To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).

4. If equipped, remove the bolt and flagnut, and position the steering linkage damper aside.
- To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).

5. Detach the wiring harness retainer.

6. Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.

7. Remove the bolt, the CKP sensor and discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 13 Nm (115 lb-in).

8. NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal prior to installation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

- Install a new O-ring seal.