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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing CKP Sensor Shield
    GM12302Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (RPOs L26/L32) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (RPO LS4) in Engine Electrical.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the crankshaft harmonic balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
  4. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
  5. Remove the CKP sensor shield (1). DO NOT use a pry bar.
  6. Fig 2: Removing/Installing CKP Sensor
    GM12303Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the CKP sensor studs.
  8. Remove the CKP sensor.