Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal / Installation - 2.3L: Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See LIFTING .
Disconnect the negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .

Fig 1: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Locating Plug
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Remove the plug for the crankshaft timing peg SST.

Fig 3: Identifying Crankshaft Timing Peg SST
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Install the special tool and turn the crankshaft pulley bolt to position the number one cylinder at top dead center.

Fig 4: Locating CKP Sensor
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Install the M6 bolt (1F2012-428).
NOTE:
- A new CKP sensor must be installed when ever the old sensor is removed.
Remove the CKP.

Fig 5: Locating M6 Bolt
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Install an M6 bolt.