Although an example of “badge engineering” in its laziest form, the Dodge, Chrysler and Plymouth Neon was a viable American option for consumers looking for a compact vehicle in a market heavily dominated by imports. While generally respected as an affordable economy car, it didn’t take long for a wide range of performance and styling parts to appear in the aftermarket. A defective crankshaft position sensor may throw one or several diagnostic trouble codes, may cause intermittent stalling issues, or a no-start condition.
Engage the parking brake and secure the rear tires with wheel chocks. Lift the front of the Neon with a jack and place jack stands underneath the subframe. Lower the Neon onto the jack stands.
Locate the crankshaft position sensor, directly above the oil filter on the engine block, near the intermediate shaft. Disconnect its wiring connector. Remove any oil and dirt from the old sensor and the surrounding surface of the engine block, using brake cleaner and a shop rag.
Remove the bolt that secures the sensor to the block, using a socket and ratchet. Pull the sensor from the engine. Carefully slide the new sensor into the mounting bore. Align the mounting tab hole with the threaded hole on the block. Replace the mounting bolt. Connect the wiring connector to the sensor. Lower the vehicle and remove the wheel chocks.
