2015 Subaru Outback 2.5iFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Crankshaft Position Sensor: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents.>
  2. Remove the clip (A), and loosen the clamps (B) and (C) securing the air intake boot.
    Fig 1: Identifying Air Intake Boot Clip And Clamps
    G10262107Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the air intake boot from the air cleaner case (rear) and throttle body, and move it to the left side wheel apron.
    Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Case (Rear) And Throttle Body
    G10262108Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the connector (A) from the crankshaft position sensor, and remove the crankshaft position sensor from the cylinder block.
    Fig 3: Identifying Crankshaft Position Sensor Connector
    G10262161Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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