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Removal Procedure

NOTE:

Perform the Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn  whenever the crankshaft position sensor is removed or replaced.

    Fig 1: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Components
    GM1698087Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Remove the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement .
  2. Working through the wheel well opening, disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.
  3. Fig 2: CKP Sensor & Bolt
    GM1239292Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  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.