Sensor, Crankshaft Position: Removal: 2.4L

2013 Dodge and Ram Journey Crew, AWDSECTION 2.4L
Fig 1: Engine Cover
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The Crankshaft Position Sensor is in the rear of the engine block near the transmission.

  1. Remove the engine cover (1).
    Fig 2: Air Cleaner Housing Assembly
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  2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the air cleaner body (1). Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL .
    Fig 3: Upstream O2 Sensor Wire Harness Retainer
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  4. Disengage the upstream O2 sensor wire harness retainer (1) and crankshaft position sensor wire harness retainer (2) from the heat shield (3).
    Fig 4: Maniverter Side Heat Shield
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  5. Remove one nut (1) and two heat shield retaining bolts (2).
  6. Remove heat shield (3).
    Fig 5: Crankshaft Position Sensor
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  7. Remove the crankshaft position sensor mounting bolt.
  8. Remove sensor with the wire harness attached.
  9. Unlock and disconnect the electrical connector from the crankshaft position sensor.
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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.
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