How to remove the crankshaft position sensor on Pontiac Torrent?

To remove the crankshaft position sensor on a 3.4L V6 model, raise the vehicle and disconnect the wiring from the CKP sensor and unscrew the mounting fastener to remove the sensor and for 3.0L and 3.6L V6 engines, follow the same steps. If you're working on 2009 and earlier models, you'll also need to remove the transfer case, or on 2010 and later models, remove the right-side catalytic converter. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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Pontiac Torrent Sensor, Crankshaft Position
Part Number: 12613030
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor)
- Replaces: 12590991
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2009 Pontiac Torrent | GT SUV AWD, GT SUV FWD, SUV AWD, SUV FWD | 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Pontiac Torrent Sensor Assembly, Crankshaft Position <Use 12F 37
Part Number: 12574323
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor); Crankshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 Pontiac Torrent | SUV AWD, SUV FWD | 6 Cyl 3.4L
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Pontiac Torrent Sensor Assembly, Crankshaft Position <Use 12F 37
Part Number: 12598208
$24.39 MSRP: $46.02
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor)
- Replaces: 12591007
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2009 Pontiac Torrent | GT SUV AWD, GT SUV FWD, SUV AWD, SUV FWD | 6 Cyl 3.4L

Pontiac Torrent Crankshaft Position Sensor

In Pontiac Torrent vehicles the Crankshaft Position Sensor behaves as a critical electronic sensor which tracks the crankshaft position together with rotational speed before sending this data to the powertrain control module. The data which the device collects enables precise management of ignition timing as well as fuel injection and multiple engine parameters for achieving peak engine performance. The industry uses different Crankshaft Position Sensor technologies for crankshaft position detection which includes inductive as well as hall effect and magnetoresistive and optical Crankshaft Position Sensor. When determining static magnetism hall and magnetoresistive sensors function whereas inductive sensors remain passive. The measuring precision of optical sensors reaches high standards yet their sensitivity makes them susceptible to instrument fouling during operation. The sensor installed on the crank pulley or flywheel or directly on the crankshaft plays a critical role in starting performance together with engine stability. A healthy Pontiac Torrent Crankshaft Position Sensor stands essential in controlling the efficient functioning of the Pontiac Torrent engine management system.

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Pontiac Torrent Crankshaft Position Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to remove the crankshaft position sensor on Pontiac Torrent?
A:
To remove the crankshaft position sensor on a 3.4L V6 model, raise the vehicle and disconnect the wiring from the CKP sensor and unscrew the mounting fastener to remove the sensor and for 3.0L and 3.6L V6 engines, follow the same steps. If you're working on 2009 and earlier models, you'll also need to remove the transfer case, or on 2010 and later models, remove the right-side Catalytic Converter. Installation is the reverse of removal.