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Crankshaft Position Sensor

The PCM uses the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor to detect crankshaft speed and position. The CKP sensor is located on side of engine block, behind harmonic balancer. See Fig 1. The CKP sensor connects to the PCM through the 12-volt reference circuit, the low reference circuit and CKP sensor 1 signal circuit. If PCM detects that the CKP sensor signal is incorrect for 3 seconds, a DTC will set. To diagnose, perform related diagnostic test. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L "C", "K" & "N" SERIES - FLEX FUEL & GASOLINE article.

Fig 1: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor
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