Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L VIN A EFI (1997)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Using flex handle, rotate drive belt tensioner and remove drive belt.
4. Disconnect generator connectors. Remove three bolts and generator.
5. Remove lower radiator hose and heater water hose from water pump inlet tube.
6. Remove two bolts and water pump inlet tube. Remove O-ring from water pump inlet tube.
