Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected or reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.

2. Raise vehicle on a hoist.
3. Disconnect the engine control sensor wiring from the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
4. Remove CKP sensor retaining screw and remove sensor.

Crankshaft Position Sensor Location:

Crankshaft Position Sensor Installation:

INSTALLATION
1. Make sure CKP sensor mounting surface is clean and that CKP sensor O-ring is in proper location.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten CKP sensor retaining screw or possible damage to sensor may occur.

3. Position CKP sensor and install retaining screw. Tighten to 8-12 Nm (71-106 lb in).
4. Properly route engine control sensor wiring and connect electrical connectors to the crankshaft position sensor.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. Connect battery ground cable.