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Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




2. Remove the two bolts (3) that secure the stone shield (1).
3. Remove the four retainers (2) and the stone shield (1).




4. Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
5. Remove the one hold down bolt (2).
6. Remove the CKP sensor (1) from the front cover of the engine block.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the CKP sensor (1) into the front cover of the engine block.
2. Install the CKP sensor hold down bolt (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the hold down bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

3. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.




4. Install the stone shield (1) with the four retainers (2).

Tighten
Tighten the two shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

5. Secure the stone shield (1) with the two bolts (3).
6. Lower the vehicle.