crankshaft sensor broke off in motor how can i get it out and replace?
Jan 7, 2013 at 5:51 PM
Crank sensor broke. How do I replace?
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Hello,
Are you able to see the broken part of the sensor?
You should be able to use a magnet to get it out if it is close to the opening.
If not you will have to take off the cover.
Here are few helpful articles for crank sensor:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-crank-shaft-angle-sensor-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor
https://youtu.be/_xoGyRrHYbM
I have attached the replacement diagram for the crank position sensor.
Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Are you able to see the broken part of the sensor?
You should be able to use a magnet to get it out if it is close to the opening.
If not you will have to take off the cover.
Here are few helpful articles for crank sensor:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-crank-shaft-angle-sensor-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor
https://youtu.be/_xoGyRrHYbM
I have attached the replacement diagram for the crank position sensor.
Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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Jul 19, 2021 at 2:06 PM
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