This question has been asked before, but the answers did not help me. I'm chasing misfires with rough-running engine problem, and I have a new CKP sensor (Crankshaft sensor LR030200, not the Camshaft sensor) in hand ready to replace the old one.

Before I jump into this and start removing items to gain access, I would like to lay my eyes on it but I can't find it. I've looked at the diagrams in the manual but they don't really guide me to put my finger on it.

Any tips will be greatly appreciated! Help!

 

Here is the best diagram I found on ALLDATA. It points to the connector (C1E711G) that attaches to the sensor (LR030200) on the driver's side/front of the engine. I cannot see it looking down from above.

The instructions say to remove the undercover shield for access. But just going by the diagram, I don't see how that would work from under the vehicle. Has anyone replaced this?

 

Update: I found a thread on another forum which indicates it must be replaced from underneath (just like the manual said). The view from above is blocked by the A/C compressor, so that explains that.

The crankshaft sensor and camshaft sensor sure sound alike, but two different worlds for the replacement job. I'll post back with updates. Fingers crossed.

 

Yes, front of the engine, access from bottom middle to DS. Kinda of a PITA to get the harness discoed but you can do it. Make sure you get OEM or the dealer part, should be $40CDN or so from the dealer.

 

I am sure you know that a crankshaft and a camshaft are two completely different animals?

 

 

I have an OEM sensor, it's probably the least expensive OEM sensor for this vehicle!

I removed the undercover and finally got a view of it. But realized I will have to remove, or at least pull back, the fender splash cover to get a wrench and socket on it. Ran out of time this morning so will try again.

 

This CKP sensor is easily replaced on the LR2 Diesel. It's behind the front wheel and there is a Youtube video showing how simple it is.

But the gasoline LR2 is different. The sensor is really buried in the engine. I intended to remove a trim cover that is below the front bumper and before the belly cover, but I just discovered that it's part of the bumper itself. So I would have to remove the entire bumper (there are multiple videos showing how this is done), and even then I'm not sure if I can get to the sensor.

I'm thinking if I want to give this one more shot, or surrender and take it to the shop.

 

A second pair of hands (to pull the trim cover away) does really help as well as a hoist. But, you can do it.

 

A lift as well as a helper to pull back the trim would be a great help, but I have neither. I made an appt this week with a local independent LR shop to replace it. There will always be some jobs that exceed the resources of this DIYer. There is a DIY video on how to do almost everything else except replace this CKP sensor, and I think I know why.