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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013EXPRESS 1500 RWD V6-4.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Express 1500 RWD V6-4.3L
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Express 1500 RWD V6-4.3LSECTION Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (4) from the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor (3).
3. Remove the CKP sensor bolt and sensor.
Installation Procedure
Note:
When installing the CKP sensor, make sure the sensor is fully seated before tightening the bolt. A poorly seated CKP sensor may perform erratically and may set false diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
Note:
Do not reuse the original O-ring seal.
1. If reinstalling the old CKP sensor, install a NEW O-ring seal onto the sensor.
2. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
3. Install the CKP sensor and bolt to tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
4. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (4) to the CKP sensor (3).
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Perform the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure. Refer to Control Module References Control Module References.
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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.