Remove/install crankshaft position sensor (Engine 272, 273) - AR15.12-P-2133GZA

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ENGINE 272, 273 in MODEL 164

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Position Sensor And Bolts

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	Remove/install
	Risk of injury to skin and eyes caused by handling hot or glowing objects.	Wear safety gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary.	AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
	Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts		AH00.00-N-0001-01A
1	Remove air filter housing		AR09.10-P-1150GZA
2	Remove shield on crankshaft Hall sensor (B70)		*BA27.40-P-1008-01A
3	Release and disconnect electrical connector at crankshaft Hall sensor (B70)
4	Unscrew bolt (1) and pull crankshaft Hall sensor (B70) out of the crankcase		*BA15.10-P-1001-03E
5	Install in the reverse order
6	Connect STAR DIAGNOSIS and then perform default initialization of sensor rotor adaptation	Only when replacing. Menu guidance: Engine control module Adaptations Learning processes

HOUSING

Number	Designation			Transmission 722.9
BA27.40-P-1008-01A	Bolt, automatic transmission to engine	M10X40	Nm	38
		M10X90	Nm	38
		M12	Nm	-

POSITION SENSOR

Number	Designation		Engine 272	Engine 273
BA15.10-P-1001-03E	Bolt, crankshaft Hall sensor to crankcase	Nm	8	8