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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2009COMMANDER 4WD V8-5.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - INSTALLATION
2009 Jeep Commander 4WD V8-5.7L
Crankshaft Position Sensor - Installation
2009 Jeep Commander 4WD V8-5.7LSECTION Crankshaft Position Sensor - Installation
5.7L
CAUTION: Before tightening the CKP sensor mounting bolt, be sure the sensor is completely flush to the cylinder block. If the CKP sensor is not flush, damage to the sensor mounting tang may result.
1. Clean out machined hole in engine block.
2. Apply a small amount of engine oil to sensor o-ring.
3. Install sensor (4) into engine block (1) with a slight rocking and twisting action.
4. Install mounting bolt and tighten to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.) torque(3).
5. Connect electrical connector (2) to sensor.
6. Lower vehicle.
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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.