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Crankshaft Position Sensor: Installation

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  1. Install the CKP sensor with bolts and the route harness as noted during removal. Install the harness retaining clip and bolt. Tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  2. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector. Apply Sealer (12345739) or the equivalent to the keyway of the crankshaft balancer. Install the crankshaft balancer into position over the key in the crankshaft. Using Crankshaft Balancer Installer (J-29113), install the crankshaft balancer to the crankshaft.
  3. Remove the crankshaft balancer installer from the crankshaft balancer. Install the crankshaft balancer washer and the crankshaft balancer bolt. Tighten the bolt to specification. Use the utility stand in order to raise the frame/powertrain. Install NEW frame right side bolts. Tighten frame bolts to specification.
  4. Install the engine splash shield. Install the right front tire and wheel. Install the wheel nuts. Tighten the nuts in a criss/cross pattern to specification. Lower the vehicle. Install the drive belt. Perform the CKP System Variation Learn Procedure. See CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR  under PROGRAMMING.
Fig 1: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" (24X)
G00028468Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.


  1. Replace the CKP sensor "O" ring, if it is damaged. Lubricate the "O" ring with clean engine. Install the CKP sensor to the block. Install the CKP sensor attaching bolt. Tighten the bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install the CKP sensor electrical connector.
  2. Install the right tire and wheel. Install the wheel nuts. Tighten the nuts in a criss/cross pattern to specification. Lower the vehicle. Perform the CKP System Variation Learn Procedure. See CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR  under PROGRAMMING.
Fig 1: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor "B" (7X)
G00028469Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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