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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 I GRAND TOURING, 4D HATCHBACK, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM (L3)CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L31INSTALLATION

2008 Mazda 6 i Grand Touring, 4D Hatchback, Automatic

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation [L31: Installation

2008 Mazda 6 i Grand Touring, 4D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Installation

CAUTION:

When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when replacing.

Perform the following procedure so that piston No. 1 is at the top dead center.
1. Remove the front drive shaft (RH). (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3, L3 WITH TC] ).
2. Remove the cylinder block lower blind plug and install the SST .
3. Turn the crankshaft pulley to the clockwise until it stops.
Install the CKP sensor to the CKP sensor installer.

Fig 1: Installing SST
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fit the forked part of the CKP sensor installer with the fifth tooth (counting counterclockwise from the empty space A as shown in the figure) of the pulse wheel.
Install the CKP sensor fitting bolts.
Tightening torque

5.5-7.5 N.m {56-76 kgf.cm, 4.1-5.5 ft.lbf}
Remove the CKP sensor installer
Remove the SST then install the cylinder block lower blind plug.
Tightening torque

20 N.m {2.0 kgf.m, 15 ft.lbf}

Fig 2: Fitting Forked Part Of CKP Sensor Installer With Fifth Tooth Of Pulse Wheel
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the front drive shaft (RH). (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3, L3 WITH TC] ).

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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.