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2003 Isuzu Rodeo 2WD L4-2.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE # 1
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Engine Mechanical Section.
3. Remove the power steering pump and mounting-bracket from engine. Refer to Engine Mechanical Section.
4. Disconnect electrical connector from the sensor.
5. Remove the retaining bolt and sensor from the engine block.
NOTE: Use caution to avoid any hot oil that might drip out.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE # 1
1. Install the crank shaft position sensor to its position.
2. Install and tighten the mounting bolt. Refer to Engine Mechanical Section.
3. Reinstall the power steering pump and bracket to the engine.
4. Reinstall the accessory drive belt.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
IMPORTANT: PCM must re-learn Crankshaft Position when the CKP sensor is replaced. Refer to CKP sensor learn mode on the Tech 2, or Tooth Error Correction.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE # 2
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Wiring connector from crankshaft angle sensor.
3. Remove crankshaft position sensor from cylinder block.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE # 2
1. Install crankshaft angle sensor into the cylinder block. Before installation, apply small amount of engine oil to the O-ring.
Torque: 6 N.m (52 lb in)
2. Reconnect wiring connector to crankshaft angle sensor.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Engine Mechanical Section.
3. Remove the power steering pump and mounting-bracket from engine. Refer to Engine Mechanical Section.
4. Disconnect electrical connector from the sensor.
5. Remove the retaining bolt and sensor from the engine block.
NOTE: Use caution to avoid any hot oil that might drip out.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE # 1
1. Install the crank shaft position sensor to its position.
2. Install and tighten the mounting bolt. Refer to Engine Mechanical Section.
3. Reinstall the power steering pump and bracket to the engine.
4. Reinstall the accessory drive belt.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
IMPORTANT: PCM must re-learn Crankshaft Position when the CKP sensor is replaced. Refer to CKP sensor learn mode on the Tech 2, or Tooth Error Correction.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE # 2
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Wiring connector from crankshaft angle sensor.
3. Remove crankshaft position sensor from cylinder block.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE # 2
1. Install crankshaft angle sensor into the cylinder block. Before installation, apply small amount of engine oil to the O-ring.
Torque: 6 N.m (52 lb in)
2. Reconnect wiring connector to crankshaft angle sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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