Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: The crankshaft position (CKP) system variation learn procedure will need to be performed whenever the CKP sensor is removed or replaced.




1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. If equipped, remove the engine shield bolts.
3. Remove the engine shield.




4. Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector (5).




5. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.




6. Remove the CKP sensor.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: When installing the CKP sensor, make sure the sensor is fully seated before tightening the bolt. A poorly seated CKP sensor may perform erratically and may set false diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).




1. If installing the old CKP sensor, install a NEW O-ring seal.

IMPORTANT: Do not reuse the original O-ring seal.

2. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
3. Install the CKP sensor.




4. Install the CKP sensor bolt.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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




5. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector (5).




6. Install the engine shield.
7. Install the engine shield bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

8. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Programming and Relearning