New Yorker V6-181 2972cc 3.0L SOHC VIN 3 FI (1989)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
Removal & Installation
V6-181 Engine
1.
Disconnect distributor lead wire from electrical connector.
2.
Loosen distributor cap retaining screws, then remove distributor cap.
3.
Rotate crankshaft until rotor is pointing in direction of intake plenum, then scribe a line on plenum for assembly reference.
4.
Remove distributor hold-down nut, then carefully lift distributor from engine.
V6-181 Engine
1.
Position distributor into engine with gasket installed on base of distributor.
2.
Engage distributor drive gear with camshaft drive gear so distributor rotor aligns with scribe mark made during removal.
3.
If engine was cranked while distributor was removed, proceed as follows:
a. Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 piston is at top dead center of compression stroke.
b. Rotate distributor rotor to No. 1 rotor terminal.
c. Install distributor into engine, engaging distributor drive with camshaft. The rotor should be properly positioned under distributor cap No. 1
terminal.
4.
Install distributor cap, then the distributor hold-down nut.
5.
Connect distributor lead wire to electrical connector.
6.
Adjust ignition timing to specifications.
