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Discussion Starter · #1 · Jan 27, 2014

Does anyone know where the Crankshaft Position Sensor is located on a 2010 3.0? I believe it's the cause of a P0017 code and I have a replacement sensor but for the live of me I cannot locate it on the engine. Thanks for any help.

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hi ,

looks like right rear corner of engine , almost at brake master cyl. Fire wall side !
:cheers:

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Discussion Starter · #3 · Jan 27, 2014

bigb12359 said:

hi ,

looks like right rear corner of engine , almost at brake master cyl. Fire wall side !
:cheers:

Would that be the drivers side? Access from above or below?

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hi ,

I would say from below , yes drivers side . :cheers:

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Discussion Starter · #5 · Jan 27, 2014

^Thanks! You wouldn't happen to have an illustration that you could post on here do you?

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With the new part in your hand, it seems like if you crawl under there, it should be fairly obvious, right ?

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Discussion Starter · #7 · Jan 27, 2014

Rit said:

With the new part in your hand, it seems like if you crawl under there, it should be fairly obvious, right ?

You'd think. I crawled around, under and over that engine for nearly 45 minutes yesterday and couldn't find it. I'll try again today.

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bruker said:

You'd think. I crawled around, under and over that engine for nearly 45 minutes yesterday and couldn't find it. I'll try again today.

Sorry ! :banghead: Maybe yours fell off - hence the CEL ! LOL

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Discussion Starter · #9 · Jan 27, 2014

Alright. I just spent another good half-hour combing the drivers side and firewall side of the engine and found nothing that looks like the crankshaft sensor in my hand. The sensor is an AC-Delco part (#213-4573) that I bought from RockAuto so I'm reasonably sure it's the right one. Sure would be great to have a picture or drawing of where it's located. HELP!

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hi ,

send pm with fax # or e mail and will verify # and sensd picture in am ..

:cheers:

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The sensors are above the top of the serpentine belt; the shop manual seems to show them 3-4" above. The
top of the belt goes over pulleys so it it is roughly horizontal at the top.

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Iliketerrain said:

The sensors are above the top of the serpentine belt; the shop manual seems to show them 3-4" above. The
top of the belt goes over pulleys so it it is roughly horizontal at the top.

Humm, sounds like you were sent on a wild goose chase. Hope this one is correct.

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Discussion Starter · #13 · Jan 28, 2014

Iliketerrain said:

The sensors are above the top of the serpentine belt; the shop manual seems to show them 3-4" above. The
top of the belt goes over pulleys so it it is roughly horizontal at the top.

I'm pretty sure those are the camshaft sensors, four of them.

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Discussion Starter · #17 · Jan 28, 2014

ChevyMgr said:

So it's behind the heat shield (item #3) !

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bruker said:

So it's behind the heat shield (item #3) !

I guess you weren't wearing your x-ray vision goggles !

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bruker said:

So it's behind the heat shield (item #3) !

Yes.

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Discussion Starter · #20 · Jan 28, 2014

ChevyMgr said:

Access from below or through wheel well?

Where is my crank position sensor located?

The Crankshaft Position sensor is normally located in the timing cover or on the side of the block with a cylindrical portion that inserts into the block. Will a malfunctioning Cam or Crank Sensor illuminate the check engine light or affect vehicle operation?

What are the symptoms of a faulty crankshaft position sensor?

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Crankshaft Position Sensor.
Issues Starting the Vehicle..
Intermittent Stalling..
Check Engine Light Comes On..
Uneven Acceleration..
Engine Misfires or Vibrates..
Rough Idle and/or Vibrating Engine..
Reduced Gas Mileage..

Can I change crankshaft sensor myself?

While the crankshaft position sensor is a pretty sophisticated piece of equipment, and you might be intimidated by the idea of replacing it yourself, you probably shouldn't be. With a good set of instructions, the right tools, and some effort, you can replace your crankshaft sensor yourself.