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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012F 150 2WD V8-5.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford F 150 2WD V8-5.0L
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2012 Ford F 150 2WD V8-5.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor - 5.0L (4V)
Removal
1. Remove the intake manifold.
2. Disconnect the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.
3. Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
4. NOTE: The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor bolt is part of the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor and cannot be removed.
Loosen the bolt and remove the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor.
Installation
1. NOTE: The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor bolt is part of the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor and cannot be removed.
Position the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor and tighten the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
2. Connect the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor electrical connector.
3. Connect the CHT (Cylinder Head Temperature) sensor electrical connector.
4. Install the intake manifold.
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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.