Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
Fig. 31 CKP Sensor Location/Removal/Installation
REMOVAL
The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor is located at the right-rear side of the engine cylinder block. It is positioned and bolted into a machined hole in
the engine block.
1. Disconnect CKP electrical connector at sensor.
2. Remove CKP mounting bolt.
3. Carefully pry sensor from cylinder block in a rocking action with two small screwdrivers.
4. Remove sensor from vehicle.
5. Check condition of sensor O-ring.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean out machined hole in engine block.
2. Apply a small amount of engine oil to sensor O-ring.
3. Install sensor into engine block with a slight rocking action. Do not twist sensor into position as damage to O-ring may result.
CAUTION: Before tightening sensor mounting bolt, be sure sensor is completely flush to cylinder block. If sensor is not flush, damage to sensor
mounting tang may result.
4. Install mounting bolt and tighten to 28 Nm (21 ft. Lbs.) torque.
5. Connect electrical connector to sensor.
