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Removal Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Perform the CKP System Variation Learn Procedure  whenever the crankshaft position sensor is removed or replaced.
  1. Remove the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LB7) Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (8.1L Engine) in Engine Electrical.
  2. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
  3. Fig 1: View Of CKP Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM1236361Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Clean the area around the CKP sensor before removal in order to avoid debris from entering the engine.
  5. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.
  6. Remove the CKP sensor.
  7. Fig 2: CKP Sensor & Bolt
    GM1239292Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.