lemon-mirror:
Home >> Kia >> 2016 >> Sorento L >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Performance >> Engine Control Systems >> Engine Control System - 2.4L >> Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) >> Repair Procedure >> Removal

Repair Procedure: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector (A).
    Fig 1: Locate Crankshaft Position Sensor Connector
    G11865565Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Lift the vehicle.
  4. Remove the protector (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

    Crankshaft Position Sensor Protector Mounting Bolt (M6): 

    9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Locate Crankshaft Position Sensor Protector Mounting Bolt (M6)
    G11865566Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the crankshaft position sensor (A) after loosening the mounting bolt,

    Crankshaft Position Sensor Mounting Bolt: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 3: Locate Crankshaft Position Sensor Mounting Bolt
    G11865567Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.