Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: The CKP System Variation Learning Procedure will need to be performed whenever the Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor is removed or replaced. Refer to CKP System Variation Learn Procedure.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the CKP sensor harness connector.




4. Remove the sensor hold down bolt.
5. Remove the sensor from the timing cover.
6. Inspect the sensor O-ring for wear, cracks, or leakage. Replace the O-ring if necessary. Lubricate the new O-ring with clean engine oil before installing.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Make certain that the Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor mounting surfaces are clean and free of burrs before installing the CKP sensor.

When installing a CKP sensor make sure the sensor is fully seated and held stationary in the front cover before torquing the hold down bolt into the front cover. A sensor which is not seated may result in erratic operation and lead to the setting of false codes.




1. Install the sensor into the timing cover. Lubricate the O-ring with clean engine oil before installing.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the sensor hold down bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).




3. Install the CKP sensor harness connector.
4. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in Vehicle Lifting.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. Perform the CKP System Variation Learn Procedure. Refer to CKP System Variation Learn Procedure. Programming and Relearning