Q: Where is the crankshaft position sensor location?

asked by on February 11, 2017

Where is the location of crankshaft position sensor on 2008 saturn vue xr awd 3.6?

My car has 150000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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The crankshaft position sensor is located on the driver side of the engine and in the back by the transmission on the engine. If you need further assistance with your crankshaft position sensor, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.

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