Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair

PROCEDURE

The Crankshaft Position Sensor is integral to the Distributor and is not serviceable separately. In the event that the NE Pickup Coil is determined to be failed it will be necessary to replace the Distributor assembly.

Removal

1. Disconnect negative terminal cable from battery.

CAUTION: Work must be started after 90 seconds from the time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.





2. Disconnect distributor connector.
3. Disconnect high-tension cords from distributor.

NOTICE: Pulling on or bending the cords may damage the conductor inside.

4. Set number one cylinder to TDC/Compression.
- Remove the oil filler cap.





- Look through the oil fill hole and turn the crankshaft clockwise until the cam nose can be seen.





- Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise approximately 120°.
- Turn the crankshaft again clockwise approximately 10° to 40° so that the timing belt cover TDC mark and the crankshaft pulley TDC mark are aligned.

Distributor Nut:

5. Remove distributor.
- Remove the nut.





- Pull out the distributor.
- Remove the o-ring from the Distributor housing.

Installation

1. Set No. 1 cylinder to TDC compression.





2. Install a new Distributor o-ring and coat lightly with oil. Install Distributor.





- Align the groove of the Distributor Housing with the protrusion on the drive gear.





- Insert the Distributor, aligning the center of the flange with that of the stud bolt on the cylinder head.
- Temporarily secure with the hold down nut.
3. Connect Distributor connector.
4. Connect High Tension Cables.
5. Adjust ignition timing. See Ignition System Adjustments / Ignition Timing. Ignition Timing