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Title: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 12:07:46

I've got omega 2.0 t reg auto

where is the crank shaft sensor located?

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: RobG on 11 January 2012, 12:09:47

Near the A/C compressor. Where the dipstick tube enters the block, feel forward app. 50mm and you`ll reach the torx bolt that secures it

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 12:17:52

ok thank you off to try and change it now

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: RobG on 11 January 2012, 12:19:07

Quote from: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 12:17:52

ok thank you off to try and change it now

Size of torx bolt is the same as on ex. manifold heatshield

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 12:25:11

thanks very much  :y

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 13:05:09

i think ive found it, where does the electrical end plug in? is this a under neath the car job or can it be done from the top?

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: RobG on 11 January 2012, 13:14:26

Quote from: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 13:05:09

i think ive found it, where does the electrical end plug in? is this a under neath the car job or can it be done from the top?

Cable enters the wiring "tray" top of cambelt cover

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: ScaniaV8 on 11 January 2012, 13:45:41

There is an excellent guide in the Maintenance section covering Cranshaft sensor replacement.

Just make sure yiou use a genuine VX part as replacement (the cheaper OEM alternative parts are subject to premature failure !). Make sure you route the cabling away from heat sources and hot pipes.

Also do make sure you get the right part (electrical connector head is different as some are rectangular and some are more oval rounded edge shaped).

Good luck.

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: ScaniaV8 on 11 January 2012, 13:47:21

oops...apologies, the information I posted was in relation to 2.5 engine and not your 2.0 engine.

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 14:36:28

yes ive found the guide for the 2.5 wasnt sure if it would be the same or not. as it stands i have failed in replacing it so far.. i cant even find it!!

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: RobG on 11 January 2012, 14:43:53

Remove the heatshield from over the exhaust, for easier
access. Run your hand down the oil dipstick tube until you meet it's
entry point into the crankcase. Feel forward about 2" in front of the dipstick tube,
towards the front of the engine, and you will be able to feel the crank sensor.
With A/C might be easier to remove aux belt, unbolt A/C comp & PAS pump & move away for better access

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 17:31:06

thanks for that, given up for today just been through the haynes manuel that has also helped. will report back tomorrow

Title: Re: where is my crankshaft sensor?
Post by: omega2012 on 11 January 2012, 17:38:25

also just had a message from a member who is willing to help me replace it.  :y very grateful