Sensor, Crankshaft Position: Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Jeep Compass. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Crankshaft Position Sensor

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Check O-ring for damage and lubricate the O-ring with engine oil before installing sensor.
Using a twisting motion, install the crankshaft position sensor.
Install the crankshaft position sensor bolt. Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.).

Fig 2: Crankshaft Position Sensor Location
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Connect and lock the electrical connector to the crankshaft position sensor.

Fig 3: Heat Shield
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Install the heat shield (3) with one nut (1) and two heat shield retaining bolts (2).

Fig 4: O2 Sensor Wire Harness Retainer
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Install the upstream O2 sensor wire harness retainer (1) and crankshaft position sensor wire harness retainer (2) to the heat shield (3).

Fig 5: Air Cleaner Housing
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Install the air cleaner body (1). Refer to Engine/Air Intake System/BODY, Air Cleaner - Installation

Fig 6: Engine Cover
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Connect the negative battery cable.
Install the engine cover (1).