2007 Lexus RX 350 FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Crankshaft Position Sensor: Installation

  1. INSTALL CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR 
    1. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-ring on the crankshaft position sensor.
    2. Install the crankshaft position sensor with the bolt.

      Torque: 10 N*m (102 kgf*cm, 7 ft.*lbf) 

    3. Connect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
  2. INSTALL COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH 

    HINT:

    (See INSTALLATION )

  3. INSTALL GENERATOR ASSEMBLY 

    HINT:

    (See INSTALLATION )

    Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Position Sensor Bolt
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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