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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 502 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM)CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Adjustment
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Adjustment
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- Loosen the CKP sensor installation bolt.
- While moving the CKP sensor, adjust the air gap between the CKP sensor and the four projections on the plate using a feeler gauge.
Specification
- 0.5-1.5 mm {0.020-0.059 in}
- Tighten the CKP sensor installation bolt.
- If not adjusted, replace the plate behind the crankshaft pulley or the CKP sensor. (See PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
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Tightening torque
- 7.9-10.7 N.m {80-110 kgf.cm, 69.5-95.4 in.lbf}
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.