What is involved in replacing a Nissan 300zx crank angle sensor?

Answer by  James916 (539)

Yes you can do it. You will need to remove the bolts holding the old sensor in. Then remove it. Then you need to put the new one on and align it with a special tool, available at a local car parts store. Then you can tighten the bolts to the torque listed in your repair manaul.

Answer by  mikkie180 (167)

It is something you can do if you have the proper tools and a decent service manual. It would also help if you have some experience working on cars. Has the the crank sensor been verified bad or are you just going by the diagnostic code?

Answer by  Chris22 (95)

Replacing a crank sensor is possible, but can be a lot of work. Usually is positioned under the crank pulley, which can mean taking out several other components, like the A/C condnesor and alternator. Must take off belt and crank pulley, and you may need to access it through the wheel well.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

It can be done but requires you to disassemble most of the front of the engine to reach it. It is located on the drivers side of the timing cover which is hard to reach. If you buy a repair manual it should be an easy task.

Answer by  kalai24 (14)

The TPS is located on the driver's side of the engine. Look at the throttle body, it's the big box with the huge rubber intake hose going into it.