2005 cadillac cts crankshaft position sensor location

The 2008 Cadillac CTS crankshaft position sensor can be found on the right side of the engine underneath the power steering pump on the back of the engine. The sensor is located just at or below the valve cover to the cylinder head sealing line which is on the belt side of the engine. The camshaft sensor's main purpose is to identify the position of the camshaft as it is related to the crankshaft. This data is then sent to the powertrain control module to use with the fuel injector and ignition system control to determine the amount of fuel it needs to inject for combustion and power. Some of the signs to look out for if You think You have a faulty sensor are the check engine light on, problems starting the vehicle or no start, and the car jerking or surge forward when accelerating.

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What are the symptoms of a faulty crankshaft position sensor?
Where are crankshaft position sensor located?
Can I change crankshaft sensor myself?
Do you have to disconnect battery to replace crankshaft position sensor?

The crankshaft position sensor can be found mounted on the engine block at the rear of the engine in the 2008 cadillac cts.

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cant locate crank sensor on my 05 cts cadillac!!! HELLLLLLPPPPPPPPPPPPPP!!!!!!! BN UNDER THIS CAR BOUT FIVE TIMES N DONT SEE IT

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zzinglish answered 8 years ago

Could it be where the oil's dripping from, Ha! Just spent big to get the O ring replaced on my Cooper

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James answered 2 years ago

my 2000 dodge intriped crank sensor was getting oil driped on it and it wouldnt start somtimes it did replace gaskets (valve cover)

My car went dead at a stop light, after checking batter even though the green indicator light says it's OK; found that it was dead. Bought new battery, now it seems like everything works; but the engine won't get any gas. How do you figure if it's the crank sensor or fuel pump?

2002 Cadillac Seville STS Touring
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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..

Where are crankshaft position sensor located?

The Crank position sensor is usually mounted in the crankcase over the toothed wheel on the crankshaft. The Camshaft position sensor is usually mounted in line with the toothed wheel on the end of the camshaft. It is usually hidden under the timing chain cover on the front of the engine.

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.