Crankshaft position sensor location?

2008 FORD TAURUS
160,143 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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Where is the crankshaft position sensor located on a 2008 Ford Taurus
Apr 9, 2026 at 7:14 AM
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Yep, they hide the crankshaft angle sensor on the left side of the block near the flex plate, (rear oft he block) behind a rubber cover. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Apr 10, 2026 at 2:04 AM
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