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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA1998CL V6-3.0L SOHC (VTEC)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Acura CL V6-3.0L SOHC (VTEC)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1998 Acura CL V6-3.0L SOHC (VTEC)SECTION Service and Repair
REPLACEMENT
1. Move the the auto-tensioner to remove tension from alternator belt, then remove the alternator belt.
2. Loosen the adjusting bolt, locknut and mounting then remove the power steering (P/S) pump.
3. Remove the dipstick and tube.
4. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
5. Remove the upper and lower covers.
NOTE: Do not use the upper and lower covers to removed items.
6. Remove the CKP sensor from the oil pump.
7. Install the CKP sensor in reverse order of removal.
1. Move the the auto-tensioner to remove tension from alternator belt, then remove the alternator belt.
2. Loosen the adjusting bolt, locknut and mounting then remove the power steering (P/S) pump.
3. Remove the dipstick and tube.
4. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
5. Remove the upper and lower covers.
NOTE: Do not use the upper and lower covers to removed items.
6. Remove the CKP sensor from the oil pump.
7. Install the CKP sensor in reverse order of removal.
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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.