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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006MALIBU V6-3.9L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1SECTION Service and Repair
CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector (2).
3. Remove the CKP sensor stud.
4. Remove the CKP sensor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lubricate the CKP sensor O-ring with clean engine oil.
2. Install the CKP sensor.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.
3. Install the CKP sensor stud.
Tighten the stud to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
4. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector (2).
5. Lower the vehicle.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.