Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and 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. Remove splash shield from RH front fender apron.
4. Disconnect Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor from the engine control sensor wiring.
5. Remove retaining bolt and remove CKP sensor.

INSTALLATION






1. Make sure CKP sensor mounting surface is clean. Make sure the CKP sensor O-ring is in the proper location on the sensor.
2. Position CKP sensor and install retaining bolt. Tighten to 8-12 Nm (71-106 lb in).

CAUTION: Do not overtighten CKP sensor retaining bolt.

3. Properly route engine control sensor wiring and connect CKP sensor wiring connector to sensor.
4. Install splash shield. Tighten retaining screws securely.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. Connect battery ground cable.