5.7L V-8
Engine speed and crankshaft position are provided
through the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor. The
sensor generates pulses that are the input sent to the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM interprets
the sensor input to determine the crankshaft position.
The PCM then uses this position, along with other
inputs, to determine injector sequence and ignition
timing.
The sensor is a hall effect device combined with an
internal magnet. It is also sensitive to steel within a
certain distance from it.
A tonewheel is bolted to the engine crankshaft. This
tonewheel has sets of notches (3) at its outer edge.
The notches cause a pulse to be generated when they
pass under the sensor. The pulses are the input to the
PCM.
REMOVAL
3.7L V-6
The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor is mounted into
the right rear side of the cylinder block. It is positioned
and bolted into a machined hole.
1. Raise vehicle.
2. Disconnect sensor electrical connector.
3. Remove sensor mounting bolt (1).
4. Carefully twist sensor (2) from cylinder block.
5. Check condition of sensor o-ring (3).
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