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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2004 🢒 L300/LW300 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.0L (L81) 🢒 Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 894668 Size: SH
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor harness connector.

    3. Caution: Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.

  3. Raise the vehicle.
  4. Remove the CKP sensor attachment bolt and remove the sensor. Make sure the O-ring is removed.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 894668 Size: SH
  1. Make sure the O-ring is on the CKP sensor and lubricate the O-ring with mineral oil based grease.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the CKP sensor and the attachment bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the crankshaft position sensor bolt to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Connect the CKP sensor harness connector. Push the connector in until the lock position is felt, then pull back to confirm engagement.