Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
Remove the 4 screws and position the RH fender splash shield aside.

Fig 1: Locating RH Fender Splash Shield Screws
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Remove the 6 pin-type retainers and the RH splash shield.

Fig 2: Locating RH Splash Shield 6 Pin-Type Retainers
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Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the hole in the crankshaft pulley is in the 3 o'clock position.

Fig 3: Locating Crankshaft Pulley Hole
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Remove the cylinder block plug.

Fig 4: Locating Cylinder Block Plug
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NOTE: When the crankshaft contacts the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg, the No. 1 cylinder will be at Top Dead Center (TDC).

Fig 5: Installing Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg

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Install the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg and turn the crankshaft clockwise until the crankshaft contacts the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg.
Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
Remove the bolts and discard the CKP sensor.