2009 Chevrolet Malibu L4-2.4L HybridFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Input Speed Sensor Installation




Input Speed Sensor Installation

Factory service manual diagram




Note: The tab on the sensor housing (46) fits into the recess on the case boss.

Note: For drive sprockets with 35 teeth, use a black sensor housing. For drive sprockets with 32 or 33 teeth, use a natural colored sensor housing.

1. Assemble the input speed sensor (46) to the transmission case.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the input speed sensor bolt (15). Hand start the bolts. Tighten the input speed sensor bolt to 12 Nm (9 lb ft).
3. Route the input speed sensor wiring harness in the case channel.
4. Connect the input speed sensor connector to the input speed sensor.
5. Install the wire harness retainer and wire harness retainer bolt. Tighten the wire harness retainer bolt to 12 Nm (9 lb ft).

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