2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair




Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor

Factory service manual diagram




Factory service manual diagram




Factory service manual diagram




Factory service manual diagram




Removal

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. Remove the 5 bolts, the pin-type retainer (not shown) and the RH splash shield.

Factory service manual diagram




3. Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the hole in the crankshaft pulley is in the 3 o'clock position.

Factory service manual diagram




4. Remove the engine plug bolt.

Factory service manual diagram




5. NOTE: When the crankshaft contacts the Crankshaft TDC (Top Dead Center) Timing Peg, the No. 1 cylinder will be at Top Dead Center (TDC).
Install the Crankshaft TDC (Top Dead Center) Timing Peg and turn the crankshaft clockwise until the crankshaft contacts the Crankshaft TDC (Top Dead Center) Timing Peg.


Factory service manual diagram




6. Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.

7. Remove the bolts and the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor.

Installation

1. NOTICE: Only hand-tighten the bolt or damage to the front cover can occur.

Install a 6 mm x 18 mm bolt through the crankshaft pulley and thread it into the front cover.


Factory service manual diagram




2. Install the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor and the 2 bolts.
- Do not tighten the bolts at this time.


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3. Adjust the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor with the Crankshaft Sensor Aligner.
- Tighten the 2 bolts to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).


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4. Connect the CKP (Crankshaft Position) sensor electrical connector.

5. Remove the 6 mm x 18 mm bolt from the crankshaft pulley.

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6. Install the engine plug bolt.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).


7. Install the RH splash shield, 5 bolts and the pin-type retainer (not shown).
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).


8. Using the scan tool, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure, following the on-screen instructions.
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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.

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