Crankshaft Position Sensor: Removal: 4.0L

The crankshaft position (CKP) sensor is mounted to the transmission bellhousing near the rear of the engine block.

The sensor may be mounted to the transmission with one of the following four different configurations:

• With one bolt to the right side of the transmission if equipped with a 42RLE automatic transmission.
  Fig 1: Identifying CKP (With 42RLE Auto. Trans.) Mounting

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• with one bolt to the left side of the transmission. If sensor is equipped with one mounting bolt, it is adjustable. 
  Fig 2: Identifying CKP - One Bolt Mounting (Except 42RLE Auto Trans.) Mounting

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• with two nuts to the left side of the transmission.
  Fig 3: Identifying CKP - Two Nut Mounting

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• with two bolts to the left side of the transmission.
  Fig 4: Identifying CKP - Two Bolt Mounting

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1. Disconnect sensor pigtail harness (electrical connector) from main electrical harness.
2. Depending upon application, remove either sensor mounting bolt(s) or nuts.
3. Remove sensor from engine.