Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

Fig.7 Crankshaft Position Sensor - 2.4L:

REMOVAL
The crankshaft position sensor mounts to the engine block below the generator, just above the oil filter.
1. Remove the air cleaner lid, disconnect the inlet air temperature sensor and makeup air hose.
2. Remove the negative battery cable.
3. Raise the vehicle and support.
4. Disconnect electrical connector from crankshaft position sensor.
5. Remove sensor mounting screw. Remove sensor.

INSTALLATION
The crankshaft position sensor mounts to the engine block below the generator, just above the oil filter.
1. Install sensor and tighten the screw to 13 N.m (115 ± 15 in. lbs.).
2. Connect electrical connector to crankshaft position sensor.
3. Lower vehicle.
4. Install the negative battery cable.
5. Install the air cleaner lid, connect the inlet air temperature sensor and makeup air hose.