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Old 07-08-2006, 01:31 PM
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Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

Has anyone had this happen before? Do I simply need to replace the sensor? I had some maintenance done at the dealership and they found this problem, however I have yet to see any drops of oil on my driveway.
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Old 07-08-2006, 02:19 PM
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Re: Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

There's an O ring that goes on the sensor. Try replacing that.
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Old 07-08-2006, 03:07 PM
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Re: Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

Mine leaked from the day I bought it to the day I sold it (2 engines, 3 cams, and 80k miles). I tried RTV, a blokc off plate (I ditched the sensor altogether), and it still leaked. It never affected oil level or did I consider it a "deadly" oil leak.

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Re: Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

Same here but put new sensor and RTV around the sensor hasnt leaked yet
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Re: Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

Think I could get away with just putting some RTV around my current sensor? It's not throwing any codes. Isn't the RTV sealant messy too? I won't have a problem getting the sensor off down the road will I?
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Old 07-30-2006, 10:26 AM
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Re: Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

I assume I have to drain my oil to change the sensor? I know, dumb question ...
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Old 07-30-2006, 02:15 PM
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Re: Crank Position Sensor is Leaking Oil

Originally Posted by EviLBoX
I assume I have to drain my oil to change the sensor? I know, dumb question ...
You don't have to drain the oil to change the crank position sensor.
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Originally Posted by EviLBoX
Think I could get away with just putting some RTV around my current sensor? It's not throwing any codes. Isn't the RTV sealant messy too? I won't have a problem getting the sensor off down the road will I?
Digging up an old thread - looks like I have the same problem. Just wondering how you made out EviLBoX - did you stop the leak - and how? I read that the sensor is sealed by and O ring - is that a dealer item? Also - looks like the sensor is just one bolt and it slides right out - is that right?
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1996-1997 crankshaft position sensor seal
AC-Delco # 219-194
GM p/n 10476885

The sensor slides straight out after the retaining bolt is removed.
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