2000 Dodge Truck crankshaft position sensor

2000 DODGE TRUCK
89,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GRADY22
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2000 dodge 2500 cummins. the crankshaft position sensor failed and will not come out of the block any suggestions on how to get it out
Feb 15, 2010 at 6:59 AM
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CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR Removal CKP sensor is located on left rear side of engine block, near starter. Disconnect both negative battery cables. Remove starter. Disconnect electrical connector at CKP sensor. Remove CKP sensor mounting bolt and hold-down bracket. Pull CKP sensor from engine block with a twisting motion. Installation Install NEW "O" ring on CKP sensor. Lubricate "O" ring with engine oil. Install CKP sensor into engine block using a twisting motion. Install mounting bracket and bolt. Tighten bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install starter. Connect battery cables.
Feb 19, 2010 at 6:32 PM
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