How to Replace Engine Crank Sensor 01-05 Honda Civic

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[@andrewm.4168]

You don't have to remove power steering pump, alternator, or the valve cover. Just loosen and remove belts, remove harmonic balancer, remover lower cover bolts, and you can pull cover away and reach the sensor. It's literally right there and only one bolt. Swap it, button it back up. If you're tearing that much crap off engine, might as well swap belt and water pump, lol.

[@richardchambers1124]

I think they use clips from their water pump video and edit it for this sensor

[@allefley4628]

I buy a Honda Civic cause I want something reliable and easy to work on. 1 month in and I've gotta do this.

[@SwervooShiestyYt]

I felt this !!!! Had the car for 2months going on 3 now im dealing with this smh

[@gabelopez657]

Dont worry. The car will last foever . 208,000 miles. Use it everyday

[@tabishkhan2966]

Same here dear. Absolutely gutted to hear that. I feel you brother.

[@antdog8190]

Lmao man we all got same problem I’m 3weeks in 🤣🤣🤣

[@Dfuckful]

me too, bought it in June, for a good month now I have a problem with this sensor. Gonna replace it asap as it keeps getting worse lol

[@akaMSMEOW]

Just got mine replaced and this video was great for reference just makes it seem way easier than it was for my car lol! Thank you!!!

[@Rcstutz]

Hi. How long it took to replace it? My daughters car had the same problem. Somebody is gonna do the job he says it’s going to take about 3 hours to fix it. We woman’s do know anything about cars. Thanks in advance

[@bluestrippfiend]

@@Rcstutz I tried swapping mine for my 99 honda civic ex and I couldn't even get it don't sat there trying for possibly over a hr without much progress so doing it yourself well over he probably even with all the right equipment not sure exactly about a mechanic

[@LJT9393]

2-3 hours of work to switch out the actual part that takes all of 2 minutes lol. Oh well, that’s vehicles for ya

[@rico00042]

The power of cut - takes seconds to get that nut off. I spent days getting the legendary crank bolt of shame loose on my 2004. A Honda dealership later gave me a tip(while they did the airbag igniter recall) to use two breaker bars lined up 45deg to the floor and lower the car onto them to break the thing loose. I'm about to do it again after 110k miles on the previous job(2015). It's currently doing the start and shut off w/o codes so I'm doing all the things in there enroute to troubleshooting those two sensors and since it's due anyway. Crank and cam sensors, timing belt(probably stretchy by now) water pump, front main seal and alternator since I have a new one on hand.(also due) I recommend doing all these at once, adjust valve lash and get a new valve cover gasket kit - and be sure to use the new grommets on the vc bolts if you haven't before as the old ones don't push down hard enough to make a good seal. Even with 40+yrs keeping cars alive on my own, never hurts to review. Thank you for the step by step. :)

[@thattomjohnson]

Really cool how you filmed and reused footage for this and the timing belt replacement, making it look like you can just pull out the bottom timing cover. Definitely broke mine and am going to have to scrap my car because of it. Thanks, dude!

[@1AAuto]

+Tom Johnson Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@makithagod5838]

Lmaoooo

[@3712bigboy]

You need not to be around any undercarriage. This was a crank sensor video not a timing belt what a tool 🙄

[@gonzoGarcia2006]

Looks easy. My car just turned off and not running. Everything is good the only thing is the cps going to replace it this weekend. Very good video.

[@jimmylion803]

Thank you for the great work and showing me how to change the sensor on my 2003 civic

[@1AAuto]

+Jimmy Lion Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@LV-jh4zt]

How long did it take you to change this sensor? My neighbor Alex change it in 15 minutes today on my 2003 honda civic. The dude is mechanically insane. And hardly took anything off.

[@torito880]

I also have a 2003. Did he have to remove anything in particular?

[@bastogne315]

Was it the diesel? Maybe he just cleaned the pins.

[@gmarte12]

Lol! That dude just probably duct taped some wires instead of replacing anything

[@85bbenjaminfan]

Question, is this a similar procedure for the hybrid model, minus the alternator and power steering pump?

[@1AAuto]

+Jacob Harwood We don't have a how-to video for the hybrid right now, but the basic steps in this video should be enough to do this task. Buy this part for your vehicle on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@b4322558]

why is it nessry to unplug the wiring at the alternator ? when the battry cable was unplug as well

[@1AAuto]

+Jim B As long as the battery is disconnected you do not have to disconnect the alternator. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

[@angelalvizo5848]

I recently changed mine do i have to get it relearned?

[@wmnlover]

I have been looking for this Video...glad you can share it. Thanks!!!

[@1AAuto]

+wmnlover Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair we carry the replacement part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them www.1aauto.com?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@omarG19100]

who dislikes any video these ppl put out? Crazy.

[@1AAuto]

+Omar Chisolm Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@hiitsmescott]

The reason is that this part can be changed in a quarter of the time without removing most of what they removed.

[@michaelpack7591]

That's a lot of work, for sure!

[@yankeesfan135]

jesus christ this makes me wanna sell my car

[@jaimemolineros5872]

I am glad I am not a mechanic. This is a nightmare to place the crankshaft sensor.

[@oooo-xw4io]

Are the harmonic balancer & woodfuff key supposed to sit flush on crank shaft when reinstalled before tightening? Mine wasn't sitting flush

[@luisalcaraz5615]

Is the crank shaft sensor the same as the camshaft sensor? I saw a video from scotty kilmer and he didn't have to do all that work to switch it. I might be wrong maybe the crankshaft is below the camshaft.

[@1AAuto]

+Luis Alcaraz The crankshaft and camshaft are two different parts. The orientation will be dependent upon the vehicle you are working on.

[@bayareaboss9907]

Scotty Kilmer knows Cars

[@iluvmma1152]

When you have a bad crankshaft censor what issues does the car have ? Thank you

[@BlocksBeBreaking]

Wondering what exact size that crank shaft holder tool is

[@tommyyguunn6984]

And 3 years later this is my question also LOL

[@nicholassmith5697]

50 mm

[@robertralexander107]

I've never done this job and I was wondering why did you remove the valve cover, is it really necessary to remove it?

[@alanrussell518]

There is no reason to remove the valve cover.

[@wiredawg2005]

Is there a difference in this particular tasking between the models of civics in the year category (EX, LX, DX, etc)? I hear the EX model is much more difficult. And the "Special Holding Tool", do I have to get this from a Honda Dealer...what do I ask for? Does 1AAuto have a "Camshaft Position Sensor" replacement video for the 2003 Honda Civic EX?

[@1AAuto]

+John Henley Thanks for watching! We are actually replacement the crankshaft sensor, not the camshaft sensor. We do carry the camshaft sensor for 1.7L models under part number 1ACPS00051. As for the holding tool we do not carry it, but you should be able to purchase from any local parts store! 1aauto.com

[@DefterDrip]

I have a 2004 Honda Civic Si coupe would it be the same place or different due to it being a si ?

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching our video! +DefterDrip10445

[@sayogayogarcia3035]

What was the issued before replacing the sensor??

[@ParkviewSinger]

Sayogayo garcia my car is now shutting off on its on. It's this sensors fault. Having it replaced in my 04 Civic tomorrow.

[@bastogne315]

Yeah my civic does 13 miles and dies, regular as clock work.

[@31angadani]

Sayogayo garcia l

[@thinshadow551]

Did you guys get a code or how did you know

[@ChrisNaegele]

Do I need to perform a Crankshaft Variance relearn procedure after replacing this sensor?

[@1AAuto]

+Chris Naegele Thank you for checking us out. It is recommended to ensure that the vehicle operates properly after replacement to get this relearn procedure done. 1aauto.com

[@jensen141]

No you don't.. Hondas are great!

[@automotiveperformancemobil4030]

No you do, the absolute moment you put the key in the on position the ECU will detect the correct position considering you will begin cranking.

[@medievalmusiclover]

Good video! Can you help me out how to change please the crnk sensor on my Honda pilot 2004 Ex?

[@1AAuto]

+medievalmusiclover We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular repair. We will keep this request in mind in the event that we need to make this repair in the future. 1aauto.com

[@tadhgmoloney4993]

Hi i have replaced both cam shaft and crank shaft sensor with pattern parts after fitting the car worked perfect for 2-3 weeks now the car is cutting out while driving and idling with the engine light coming up as cam sensor do you have any ideas?

[@1AAuto]

+Tadhg Moloney Thanks for watching! There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. 1aauto.com

[@emeraldkoeppel1116]

Why am I having such a hard time wiggling the lower timing belt cover off? I’m reading that I have to take the valve cover and upper timing belt cover off ?

[@reefboysohio5870]

because they make it look easy when actually there’s more than 4 bolts and also lower cover sits under the upper which means you either have to screw your lower cover up trying to rip it out from underneath the upper or you have to take the whole valve cover off to get the top cover off. This caused me just now to snap my lower cover which i replaced not even a year ago because i tried pulling it out without removing the upper first. Their instructions are flawed on this one.

[@davidknox8191]

Thank you so much! I am in the process of doing this now and your video has been a big help!

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com +David Knox

[@robbresher]

what if I change it already and it still stalls out after its drove for a while

[@0808gorv]

Sell it

[@tannerpitocchelli2472]

Valente Gonzalez Why sell it? Lol

[@jean-marcthibodeau5816]

Thats an oof from me bud

[@ares148]

I have the same problem I bought a denso ckp sensor and my car is still stalling did you fix this.

[@joshsmith2982]

Let me have it 😅😅

[@jayman2261]

Can I purchase a Crank Sensor from you? Is there a difference in quality from a cheap Chinese replacement one, or an oem Honda, or Denso brand????? I Had a belt break , and it sheared the original crank sensor. I found a replacement on Ebay for 9.00 . I installed it, along with a new belt, and tensioner, and also had to replace the bottom timing belt dust cover... cause the belt wound up mangling the cover...The car is a 2002 Civic LX with only 115k on the motor. It starts,and has no power.. and wont go over 3500 RPM. I think the replacement crank sensor I got is no good... because... if I disconnect it , it makes no difference how the engine runs....if I disconnect the cam sensor, the engine wont start.... Please let me know your opinion...Should I get an OBD reader to get the code before attempting to get another sensor???? IS THIS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GET A 9.00 EBAY SENSOR????????? THIS AN ARIZONA CAR SO NO CORROSION ON THE CONNECTOR...........................

[@glennjenkins2673]

If ur not getting above 3500 rpm its definitely ur crank sensor... thou I imagine uve either got it fixed or a whole new car by now lol

[@taz211lama]

Hello been trying to get this project completed but am having difficulty because my crankshaft and camshaft are not aligned. when i have the camshaft on up and have the two sides aligned, I don't see any marks on crankshaft. Also wanted to know the shipping time for parts to Oregon. subscribed and thanks. I recently did a valve cover and other repairs to the car and then everything started up but after couple of day...it would just die when idling and won't accelerate even if i floor it. Check engine code came with crankshaft position sensor but I had not even touched that part. Timing belt was never removed. Later it was even worse, it wont even start, starts with jump but then dies idling after a while and then have to jump again. I did clean out the EGR with brake fluid, don't know if that does any thing. Please help 2002 honda civic vtec ex

[@ianmullins355]

What did you figure out? Similar problem 02 honda civic lx

[@HondaHerb]

Shouldn't I make sure engine is in time before removing that crank bolt/harmonic balancer? Please let me know if so.

[@moorefab8192]

No it doesn't matter because you are not removing the timing belt. The harmonic balancer has a key so it can only go back on in 1 position.

[@theclephane2914]

Great video. Good job!

[@MrUhhuh1]

I just changed my cv joints, tie rod, ball joints, control arms, shocks and struts on my own and it was no where long taking things apart as this,,,im already tired just by looking ….dam I felt like doing on my own til I seen this..." ummm are you still open shop "

[@joshsmith2982]

😂😂😂frfr

[@Giovanni-rr4ht]

After rainy days what causes the civic motor to idle violently while at idle as if it wants to shut down and eventually does? This has been happening to me after hard rainy days.

[@1AAuto]

+GIO Thank you for checking us out. After rainy days if driven and the engine is idling oddly it could be that underneath some wiring got wet and is causing this issue. 1aauto.com

[@canalgarcia34]

i have a question i changed the connector and sensor and know my car wont start. i check if there is spark in the spark plugs and there is. what could be issue????

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out! There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. +Demetrio Canal

[@31angadani]

Demetrio Canal l

[@gregg8210]

how long did this whole process take?

[@1AAuto]

+Greg G Thank you for watching. The estimated time delegated for this replacement is between 2 to 3 hours. 1aauto.com

[@bastogne315]

@@1AAuto Oh fuck thats 2-3 days for me.

[@iRyan876]

@@bastogne315 LOL.

[@NadaYo4]

i have a 1997 honda civic dx, so i only have to remove the alternator belt and the crank pulley and the cover, to replace my crankshaft position sensor? "i dont have powersteering"

[@1AAuto]

+go tee It may be a different procedure on your application. We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking. 1aauto.com

[@automotiveperformancemobil4030]

Just curious why do all of these honda people proclaim you have to remove the wheel, have to buy a special tool, remove a bunch of stuff that does not require to be removed at all? I have an 04 Acura MDX and I removed my crank pulley, never had to remove the top timing covers. Took a realistic 5-10 minutes(to remove the bolts to the cover in tight space) and boom I'm at the sensor. Didn't even need to remove the cover completely off.

[@mumzell123]

my 2000 acura tl wont start when the engine is hot of to let it cool down before it start again what seems to be the problem i change six spark plugs six coil pack two oxygen sensor ecm

[@thedon4188]

Yea go with the sensor

[@jwolfhausen]

What if your car bucks a little after 3000 rpm after installing timing kit and crank sensor?

[@1AAuto]

+joe_addicts We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@Ruxify]

Doesn't the lower engine cover have 5 bolts instead of four? Looking at mine I'm counting 5.

[@reefboysohio5870]

yes lying bastards i listened to them and snapped my brand new OE timing cover i replaced not even a year ago when i redid my timing

[@luisalcaraz5615]

So I switched it and when I turned my car on it did that loud screeching noise but it went away after a while. I took it for a ride now it doesn't want to pass the 3,000 rpm ? What should I do . I think I tightened the pulley tight enough after reinstalling it

[@hashslinginhasher]

Same. Did you ever figure it out?

[@mikerushing362]

something went wrong. A bad sensor will only let your car rev to 3rpm if it even starts at all

[@treydogg77]

10 min job on a Subaru! Toyota-Kawasaki Honda & Nissan 3-4 hour job to replace a sensor.

[@MrBriansaul1212]

My Honda Accord 2002 is giving me a code p1362 , I want to fix it myself but I'm not sure if I'm in the right track , I been told there's two TDC sensors one behind the timing belt and another one in the distributor, how do I find out for sure? Thanks for the advice!!

[@noidoisiuncaine]

Same prob here. Any luck fixing your P1362 code?

[@AbuOmar1970h]

1.what useful when i use cam sensor ? 2. sensor cam come with steel or plastic Chain .

[@Hector-cn3rv]

would this throw a code ?

[@dracosirccpent]

Do you have the part number please for the d17 1.7 liter please

[@1AAuto]

+Chris Thanks for watching! A link to the part needed can be found in the video description.

[@FabianCharrua]

If you don't have that special tool, any other idea how to hold it? Can the flywheel be locked or something?

[@ricardo-hd9jg]

Gerard Fabian Alvarez if your car is manual, get someone to get inside the car, put the 5th gear and tell him to brake hard while you unscrew it, is way harder but works

[@coopersviolet9580]

Similar to an 01 Honda accord v6?

[@pedinhuh16]

Thanks for sharing, but i'm definetely not trying this in my Civic, I don't have the proper tools..

[@1AAuto]

+Pedro Henrique R. de Oliveira Hey, sometimes it's best to know when NOT to attempt a repair. Glad the video helped you make a decision about repair your car. 1aauto.com?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony 866-403-3393

[@bastogne315]

Crankshaft position sensor 100 bucks, Honda tool for removing crank nut 200 bucks. Sweet.

[@NotMuchToDoToday]

just borrow one from an auto shop or something. oreillys let me borrow theirs

[@ImaLoneWolfintheWoods]

That tool is not 200 bucks lol

[@tammyisabell1967]

I changed the crankshaft sensor an the check engine light is still on tried everything

[@CaptainCurtReacts]

Crank shaft position relearn.

[@taz211lama]

sorry I am new to working on cars so please forgive if my question is stupid. When trying to remove the crankshaft bolt I accidentally rotated it clockwise just a little bit, hope that doesn't do permanent damage

[@skullman0819]

What about timing?

[@josebarrera4334]

You don't mess with the timing.

[@luckygray9396]

You the man!

[@cesarmanjarrezsr.6471]

Great video 👍🏻

[@LuisRojas-ib7vt]

Thanks

[@jac-kn2je]

how much can cost the replacement? I dont have the tools.. please answer!

[@1AAuto]

+jac The cost of this specific part is currently $23.95. We do not have a cost of all the tools needed to perform this repair. Thanks for watching!

[@josemartinez575]

I Followed all the steps but now the car crank but no start. Any idea???

[@josemartinez575]

1A Auto Parts the car was working but had the check engine light on to replace crankshaft sensor. The car makes the noise like it wants to start but doesn't. I did notice the pigtail( wire cable) had a little corrosion but I cleaned it.

[@dattepo7534]

Jose Martinez did you find out what it was ?

[@Pedrohborgespereira]

@@dattepo7534 Goodnight friend! I am Brazilian and my car is with the same defect as yours was, could you tell me how you solved the problem?

[@Pedrohborgespereira]

@@josemartinez575 Goodnight friend! I am Brazilian and my car is with the same defect as yours was, could you tell me how you solved the problem?

[@dattepo7534]

Pedro Henrique Borges check ecu fuses and gas pump fuse mine went out and I couldn’t figure it out .. after I fixed it the car did crank

[@MeliTelly]

I switched the sensor but car takes long to start and won’t pass 4,000 rpms. Why is that?

[@1AAuto]

+Alexis Lopez We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@MeliTelly]

@@1AAuto i got it fixed thanks tho. The auto parts store just gave me a faulty sensor

[@melissaphillips8715]

Lol same car!! This is great!!

[@randomuser.9457]

If your reading this do yourself a favor and get a corolla.

[@carlosrivas1412]

I chanced this sensor like 4 months ago, and since that Day, my car is limit to 3000rpm, and idk why

[@1ZosoLZ]

Did all this and car still won’t start..I changed this, the camshaft position sensor, ignition coils, fuel pump, fuel pump relays and nothing

[@1AAuto]

+1ZosoLZ Thanks for checking us out! You may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it to determine the cause of this issue if you have gone through all those part checks. 1AAuto.com

[@blakedevoll4035]

Did you ever figure it out? I’ve made it to where all I have left to replace is the crankshaft sensor.

[@abhishekrajpaul3010]

Mine cranks, sputters, does start and run fine at times but can also randomly switch off and not start again Super random so really hard to test and diagnose Not sure if this could be my issue

[@TheFrenchPug]

What a horrific design for location of the CPS!!! Never expected Honda would do something like that.

[@nicholassmith5697]

Do not use the durlast replacement sensor!!! But the factory denso brand

[@migueltorres7694]

gracias

[@nedoscarsandfishingvideos5500]

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[@1AAuto]

+Nedo the car Guy Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@eruizh0128]

👍

[@macman9689]

damn, thought i was gonna do mine. oh well fork over $323

[@wayfaringoverlander]

Too much work for me

[@sixtiesguy593]

What a pain in the arse it looks like...think ill just pay to have it done.

[@jaimecruz8541]

My 04 civic won’t start would this possibly be the reason bad crankshaft position sensor