Crankshaft sensor replacement

2001 MERCURY SABLE
200,000 MILES • 6 CYL
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ETHELAINTSCARED
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We are having to replace the sensor and need to know it’s location and replacement process.
Dec 27, 2019 at 12:48 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Depending on which engine you have (SOHC or DOHC) the position is a little different. It is basically the same location but I attached both. Let me know if you have more questions.

First two are SOHC engine. Second 2 are DOHC engine.
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Dec 27, 2019 at 3:28 PM
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