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Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the drive belt.




3. Remove the power steering pump and mounting-bracket from engine.



4. Disconnect electrical connector from the sensor.




5. Remove the retaining bolt and sensor from the engine block.

NOTE: Use caution to avoid any hot oil that might drip out.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the crank shaft position sensor to its position.




2. Install and tighten the mounting bolt.




3. Reinstall the power steering pump and bracket to the engine.




4. Reinstall the accessory drive belt.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

NOTE: PCM must re-learn Crankshaft Position when the CKP sensor is replaced. Refer to CKP sensor learn mode on the Scan Tool, or Tooth Error Correction.