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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2013SAVANA 3500 V8-6.6L DSL TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT
2013 GMC Savana 3500 V8-6.6L DSL Turbo
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
2013 GMC Savana 3500 V8-6.6L DSL TurboSECTION Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Service and Repair.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
3. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.
5. Remove the CKP sensor.
6. If necessary, remove the CKP sensor spacer bolts.
7. If necessary, remove the CKP sensor spacer.
Installation Procedure
Note: The crankshaft position sensor spacers are machined with different timing positions. However, if the crankshaft position sensor spacer requires replacement, replace with a grade "C" spacer.
1. If necessary, lubricate a NEW CKP spacer O-ring with clean engine oil.
2. If necessary, install the NEW O-ring to the CKP sensor spacer.
3. If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
4. If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
5. Install the CKP sensor.
6. Install the CKP sensor bolt and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
7. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Service and Repair.
10. Perform the crankshaft position reluctor wheel learn procedure. Refer to Crankshaft Position Reluctor Wheel Learn Testing and Inspection.
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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.