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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX V6-3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMCRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix V6-3.8L
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix V6-3.8LSECTION Service and Repair
Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26) (Service and Repair)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4 - 5.3L) (Service and Repair) .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the crankshaft harmonic balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
5. Remove the CKP sensor shield (1). DO NOT use a pry bar.
6. Remove the CKP sensor studs.
7. Remove the CKP sensor.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the CKP sensor.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .
2. Install the CKP sensor studs.
Tighten the studs to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
3. Install the CKP sensor shield (1).
4. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
5. Install the crankshaft harmonic balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Service and Repair) .
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26) (Service and Repair)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4 - 5.3L) (Service and Repair) .
8. Perform the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure. Refer to Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn (Service and Repair) .
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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.