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Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair



CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT

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



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




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

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




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

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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

- Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.




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

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

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