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How do I replace the crankshaft sensor on my 2001 Buick Regal? Both knocksensors?

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You best bet is take to a ASE certified repair shop or a GM dealer ! When replacing crank sensor a special procedure has to be done with a scan tool .
Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn
The Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn Procedure should be performed if any of the following conditions are true:
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DTC P1336 is set


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The PCM has been replaced


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The engine has been replaced


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The crankshaft has been replaced


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The crankshaft harmonic balancer has been replaced


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The crankshaft position sensor has been replaced
Important: Set the vehicle parking brake and block the drive wheels when performing the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure in order to prevent personal injury. Release the throttle when the engine reaches the SECOND fuel cut off. Leaving the throttle open during the fuel cut-off will allow the engine to decel at an even rate. Once the learn procedure is completed, the PCM will return the engine control to the operator and the engine will respond to the throttle position.
Important: The scan tool crankshaft position system variation learn function will be inhibited if engine coolant temperature is less than 70?°C (158?°F). Allow the engine to warm to at least 70?°C (158?°F) before attempting the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure.
The scan tool crankshaft position system variation learn function will be inhibited if any powertrain DTCs other than DTC P1336 are set before or during the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure. Diagnose and repair any DTCs if set.
The crankshaft position system variation learn function will be inhibited if the PCM detects a malfunction involving the camshaft position signal circuit, the 3X reference circuit, or the 18X reference circuit.
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If the scan tool indicates a problem with the cam signal, refer to DTC P0341 .


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If the scan tool indicates a problem with the 3X crank signal, refer to DTC P1374 .


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If the scan tool indicates a problem with the 18X crank signal, refer to DTC P0336 .


Now why do you want to replace these thing's ? mite be able to save you some time an money. Do you have a check engine light lit ? Codes ? Does it start an run ?

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SCOTT OCONNOR

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  • Posted on Aug 26, 2008

SOURCE: buick regal 1996 crankshaft position sensor

IF THE CRANK SENSOR GOES BAD ON THAT ENGINE THE CAR WILL STOP RUNNING OR NOT START IF TRYING TO START IT. NEED THE CODE INFO TO HELP YOU FURTHER. TRY GOING TO ADVANCED TO GET THEM TO READ THE CODE-THEY DO THIS FOR FREE.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 30, 2008

SOURCE: how to replace a crank sensor on a 93 buick regal 3.8L engine

Im assuming this is the Series I 3800? If so, if you can email me I can send you some directions on the process. Its for a Series II 3800 but it should be similar. If you cant email me, post up and I'll see what I can do.

Ray Keckeisen

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  • Posted on Apr 29, 2009

SOURCE: Crankshaft Position Sensor

the dual crankshaft position sensor is secured in an aluminum mounting bracket and bolted to the left side of the timing chain cover, partially behind the crankshaft balancer, hope this helps get back to me if you need mre help. please rate my fix as i strive to be the best

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 07, 2010

SOURCE: 2001 buick regal ls - mileage dash lights are out

It is your Instrument cluster, see my answers to this question and write me if you have any more questions, it cost me a total of no more than $15 dollars to fix it myself, took be about one hour.

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Marvin

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  • Posted on Jun 05, 2010

SOURCE: crankshaft sensor location on 2001 oldsmobile

. Its above the starter going into the side of the block. (front side of the engine) Disconnect the battery. Remove the starter. Remove the wIre CONNECTOR plug to the sensor. The sensor has 1 bolt holding it in. Remove the bolt, you may have to wiggle the sensor at the base a bit as you pull it out. Replace, and make sure it is pushed in all of the way. Replace the bolt, wire plug, starter, reconnect the battery.

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