2001 CLK 320 crank sensor replacement

[Camhar25]

Can someone explain the procedure for replacing the crank sensor (reference sensor) in a 2001 CLK 320. I plan on doing this over the weekend ,so any help would be appreciated.

Thanks
Mike B

[slk230red]

Remove bolt, remove sensor, install new sensor, install bolt.

[Camhar25]

So this is esay to get to? I'm assuming it is in the rear of the engine.

[loubapache]

Originally Posted by Camhar25

So this is esay to get to? I'm assuming it is in the rear of the engine.

On your V6, it is not very easy to get to. I think my 2003 E320 wagon has the exact same engine as yours. The torx bolt cannot be seen. It can only be felt in the unbolting/bolting procedures. However, your right arm/hand should be able to reach the plug, the sensor, and the bolt.

[Camhar25]

Do you reach it from above or below?

[loubapache]

Originally Posted by Camhar25

Do you reach it from above or below?

From above.

[azinn]

Originally Posted by Camhar25

Can someone explain the procedure for replacing the crank sensor (reference sensor) in a 2001 CLK 320. I plan on doing this over the weekend ,so any help would be appreciated.

Thanks
Mike B

Crankshaft Position Sensor DIY

[Camhar25]

Thanks for the advice.I will post my procedure.

[glenmore]

Simple in theory, difficult in practice. You need small hands and a dose of good luck. You'll need female torx socket, IIRC E8. On a 2000 C280, it is on the bell housing, by the drivers firewall. All done by feel, only from above.

glenmore
1991 300CE
2000 C280
1990 LS400