How to replace the crankshaft sensor on Cadillac DeVille and DTS?

In 2000 and later models, the PCM must be reprogrammed using special equipment whenever the crankshaft sensor is replaced or the crankshaft pulley is removed and installed. A qualified automotive repair facility or a dealer service department should do this. In front of the block, slightly above and to the left of the oil filter are located two CKP sensors. This procedure applies to either sensor. Then, remove the cable from negative battery terminal connection. After that, raise the vehicle's front end and place it on jackstands securely. Thereafter, disconnect CKP sensor electrical connector. For removing a CKP sensor unplug electrical connector and remove sensor retaining bolt. The "B" CKP sensor which sits right atop the "A" one is also removed in this manner. Then, remove the CKP sensor retaining bolt as well as the CKP sensor itself. Remove & inspect for wear or damage to the CKP sensor O-ring. If it has been worn out or damaged replace it thereupon. With clean engine oil coat new O-ring and install it on CKP sensor.The opposite of removal is installation.Tighten up the specific torque for CKP sensor retaining bolt.For 2006 & later models,CKP sensor is located at top of engine block beneath intake manifold.Remove intake manifold.To disconnect wiring harness of CKP disconnect.Then remove bolt from CKP Sensor as well as remove Sensor.Installation is reversed with respect to removal.

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Cadillac Deville Sensor Assembly, Crankshaft Position <Use 12F 37
Part Number: 12575481
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor); Crankshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Sensor
- Replaces: 12559529
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2005 Cadillac Deville | DEVILLE, FUNERAL COACH, HIGH LUXURY, LIMOUSINE, SEVILLE, SLS, STS, TOURING 4 DOOR, TOURING SEDAN | 8 Cyl 4.6L
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Cadillac Deville Sensor Assembly, Crankshaft Position <Use 12F 37
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor); Crankshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Sensor
- Replaces: 12559530
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2005 Cadillac Deville | DEVILLE, FUNERAL COACH, HIGH LUXURY, LIMOUSINE, SEVILLE, SLS, STS, TOURING 4 DOOR, TOURING SEDAN | 8 Cyl 4.6L
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Cadillac Deville Sensor Assembly, Knock
Part Number: 21024981
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor); Knock Sensor
- Replaces: 21024729
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2002 Cadillac Deville | DEVILLE, HIGH LUXURY, SEVILLE, SLS, STS, TOURING 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 4.6L
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Cadillac Deville Sensor,Crankshaft Position
Part Number: 10457516
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor); Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Replaces: 10456040, 10456547
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1999 Cadillac Deville | 4 DOOR, DEVILLE, SLS, STS | 8 Cyl 4.6L
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Cadillac Deville Sensor Asm,Knock
Part Number: 1997463
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor)
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982 Cadillac Deville | 2 DOOR, 4 DOOR, BROUGHAM 2 DOOR, BROUGHAM 4 DOOR | 6 Cyl 4.1L
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Cadillac Deville Sensor,Knock
Part Number: 10456208
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- Other Name: SENSOR, Distributor (also Knock Sensor); Knock Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1995 Cadillac Deville | 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 4.6L

Cadillac Deville Crankshaft Position Sensor

Cadillac DeVille has a device known as Crankshaft Position Sensor which is an electronic system that measures phase of the engine and provides impulses to the management system of the motor. This sensor holds a most important function of monitoring or regulating the injection of fuel and the time of ignition and other parameters of the engine. Also in the DeVille cars there are inductive, Hall Effect, magnetoresistive, and optical types of sensors, each of which has its own advantages and features. The crankshaft position sensor helps in the starting of the vehicle and thus plays a vital role in efficient running of the engine when it is faulty.

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Q: How to replace the crankshaft sensor on Cadillac DeVille and DTS?
A: In 2000 and later models, the PCM must be reprogrammed using special equipment whenever the crankshaft sensor is replaced or the crankshaft pulley is removed and installed. A qualified automotive repair facility or a dealer service department should do this. In front of the block, slightly above and to the left of the oil filter are located two CKP sensors. This procedure applies to either sensor. Then, remove the cable from negative battery terminal connection. After that, raise the vehicle's front end and place it on jackstands securely. Thereafter, disconnect CKP sensor electrical connector. For removing a CKP sensor unplug electrical connector and remove sensor retaining bolt. The "B" CKP sensor which sits right atop the "A" one is also removed in this manner. Then, remove the CKP sensor retaining bolt as well as the CKP sensor itself. Remove & inspect for wear or damage to the CKP sensor O-ring. If it has been worn out or damaged replace it thereupon. With clean engine oil coat new O-ring and install it on CKP sensor.The opposite of removal is installation.Tighten up the specific torque for CKP sensor retaining bolt.For 2006 & later models,CKP sensor is located at top of engine block beneath intake manifold.Remove intake manifold.To disconnect wiring harness of CKP disconnect.Then remove bolt from CKP Sensor as well as remove Sensor.Installation is reversed with respect to removal.