Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

Note: Perform the Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn Testing and Inspection whenever the crankshaft position sensor is removed or replaced.




1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Reposition the engine wiring harness sleeve (2).
3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.




4. Clean the area around the CKP sensor before removal in order to avoid debris from entering the engine.
5. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.
6. Remove the CKP sensor.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the CKP sensor.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

2. Install the CKP sensor bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).




3. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the CKP sensor.
4. Position the engine wiring harness sleeve (2) over the CKP sensor electrical connection.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Refer to Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn Testing and Inspection.