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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2004 🢒 Vibe - AWD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 1.8L (LV6) 🢒 Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    2. Object Number: 830841 Size: SH
  2. Remove the two bolts (3) that secure the stone shield (1).
  3. Remove the four retainers (2) and the stone shield (1).

    4. Object Number: 181701 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
  5. Remove the one hold down bolt (2).
  6. Remove the CKP sensor (1) from the front cover of the engine block.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 181701 Size: SH
  1. Install the CKP sensor (1) into the front cover of the engine block.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the CKP sensor hold down bolt (2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hold down bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  3. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.

    4. Object Number: 830841 Size: SH
  4. Install the stone shield (1) with the four retainers (2).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the two shield bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  5. Secure the stone shield (1) with the two bolts (3).
  6. Lower the vehicle.