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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1999ASTRO VAN 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCRANKSHAFT POSITION TIMING RINGSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W
Crankshaft Position Timing Ring: Service and Repair
1999 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement in Engine.
2. Remove the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Failure to properly align the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring may result in component damage and effect OBD II system performance.
Important: The reluctor ring is shaped like a dish. The dish must face towards the engine front cover.
1. Install the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring.
2. Install the engine front cover.
1. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement in Engine.
2. Remove the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Failure to properly align the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring may result in component damage and effect OBD II system performance.
Important: The reluctor ring is shaped like a dish. The dish must face towards the engine front cover.
1. Install the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring.
2. Install the engine front cover.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.