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Crankshaft Position Sensor: Installation

  1. Apply light coat of engine oil on crankshaft position sensor "O" ring. Install crankshaft position sensor in cylinder block by rocking crankshaft position sensor back and forth. DO NOT twist crankshaft position sensor during installation, or "O" ring may be damaged.
    CAUTION: Crankshaft position sensor must be flat against cylinder block before tightening crankshaft position sensor retaining bolt, or crankshaft position sensor may be damaged.
  2. Ensure crankshaft position sensor is flat against cylinder block. Install and tighten crankshaft position sensor retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Ensure NEW plastic tie is installed through hole on side of cylinder block to secure wiring harness.
Fig 1: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor (Dakota 2.5L)
G98G01366Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
Fig 2: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor (Dakota 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L, Durango, Ram Pickup 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L, Ram Van & Ram Wagon)
G98I01367Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
Fig 3: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor (Ram Pickup 8.0L)
G98A01368Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
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