Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Care must be taken when removing the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor. Use penetrating oil and allow to soak around the CKP sensor before removing the sensor. Twist the sensor to break the O-ring seals loose. When removing the sensor, pull the sensor straight out of the engine block at the same angle the sensor was installed. Failure to be careful may result in sensor damage.




1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Disconnect the CKP sensor harness connector at the CKP sensor.
3. Remove the fuel line bracket and retaining bolt.
4. Use penetrating oil and allow to soak around the CKP sensor before removing the sensor.




5. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.
6. Prior to removal of the CKP sensor, twist the sensor back and forth.
7. Remove the CKP sensor.




8. Inspect the CKP sensor for wear.

IMPORTANT: The CKP sensor is designed to contact the reluctor wheel of the crankshaft. Wear may be noticeable on the end of the sensor.

9. Normal CKP sensor wear will be shown on the wear strips (1) and no wear will be shown on the sensor sensing element (2).




10. Excessive or abnormal sensor wear will be shown on the sensing element (2).
11. If excessive/abnormal wear is present, replace the sensor.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Inspect the CKP sensor O-ring for wear or damage. If a problem is found, replace the O-ring. Lubricate the new O-ring with engine oil before installing.




1. Install the CKP sensor at the same angle that you used for the removal.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the CKP sensor retaining bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

3. Connect the CKP sensor harness connector.
4. Install the fuel line bracket and retaining bolt.
5. Install the engine cover.
6. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Programming and Relearning