Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of CKP Sensor & Bolt
    GM1336119Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  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.
    IMPORTANT: 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.
  3. If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. If necessary, install the CKP sensor spacer bolts.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. Lubricate a NEW CKP sensor O-ring with clean engine oil.
  6. Install the NEW O-ring to the CKP sensor.
  7. Install the CKP sensor.
  8. Install the CKP sensor bolt.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  9. Fig 2: View Of Crankshaft Position Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM1335470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
  11. Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) .
  12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .
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  • 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.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.