Removal - 4.7L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor is located at the right-rear side of the engine cylinder block ( Fig 1 ). It is positioned and bolted into a machined hole in the engine block.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) - 4.7L

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Disconnect CKP electrical connector at sensor.
Remove CKP mounting bolt ( Fig 1 ).
Carefully twist sensor from Cylinder block.
Remove sensor from vehicle.
Check condition of sensor o-ring.