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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE1993COLT L4-1468CC 1.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1993 Dodge Colt L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1993 Dodge Colt L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
NOTE: Crankshaft Position / Camshaft (TDC) Sensor are replaced as a complete unit.
REMOVAL:
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove distributor cap retaining screws and seal ring.
3. Place No. 1 cylinder to TDC of compression stroke. Place a mark on distributor body indicating position of rotor.
4. Disconnect wiring harness from distributor lead wire.
5. Remove distributor mounting nuts, then the distributor assembly from engine.
INSTALLATION:
1. Turn the crankshaft so that the No.1 cylinder is at top dead center.
Alignment Marks:
2. Align the distributor housing and gear mating marks.
Distributor Installation Mark:
3. Install the distributor to the engine while aligning the fine cut (groove) on the distributor's installation flange with the center of the distributor installation stud.
4. Check ignition timing.
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.