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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1693 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 6.6L (LMM) - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 Z
Installation Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 GMC Sierra, 2010 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2010 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If necessary, lubricate a NEW CKP spacer O-ring with clean engine oil.
- If necessary, install the NEW O-ring to the CKP sensor spacer.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.
- If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer.CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer bolts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Lubricate a NEW CKP sensor O-ring with clean engine oil.
- Install the NEW O-ring to the CKP sensor.
- Install the CKP sensor.
- Install the CKP sensor bolt.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
- Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Dual Batteries) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Auxiliary Battery) .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.