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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2015SOUL !REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 2.0LCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CKPS)REPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL

2015 Kia Soul !

Repair Procedures: Removal

2015 Kia Soul !SECTION Removal

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector (A) and remove the sensor (B) after removing the mounting bolt.

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Position Sensor Connector
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RENDER: 1.0x

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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.