Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

CKP Sensor Replacement

1. Move the auto-tensioner to remove tension from the drive belt, then remove the belt.
2. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
3. Remove the upper and lower timing belt covers from the engine.




4. Remove CKP sensor A/B (A) from the oil pump.
5. Install the sensor in the reverse order of removal.
6. Clear the CKP pattern with the HDS.
7. Do the CKP pattern learn procedure below.

Crank (CKP) Pattern Clear/Crank (CKP) Pattern Learn

Clear/Learn Procedure (with the HDS)




1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
3. Select CRANK PATTERN in the ADJUSTMENT MENU with the HDS.
4. Select CRANK PATTERN LEARNING with the HDS, and follow the screen prompts.
5. The CKP pattern learn procedure is complete.

Learn Procedure (without the HDS)

1. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on.
2. Test-drive the vehicle on a level road: Decelerate (with the throttle fully Closed) from an engine speed of 2,500 rpm down to 1,000 rpm with the transmission in 2 position.
3. Test-drive the vehicle on a level road: Decelerate (with the throttle fully closed) from an engine speed of 5,000 rpm down to 3,000 rpm with the transmission in 2 position.
4. Repeat step 2 and 3 several times.
5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
6. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and wait for 30 seconds. The CKP pattern learn procedure is complete.