SingleCamMnstr

Hello Honda Tech,

I'm just getting into and learning how to work on cars. I recently replaced the Timing belt and water pump on my 98 civic ex. I shortly after registered a code for the crankshaft position sensor. I researched and found the sensor is on the right side of the crank and has a wire that runs to the back of the block. I can see that the wire was cut by my alternator belt. I bought a new sensor but was wondering where to tuck the wire so I don't make the same mistake twice?

Koko4

If you look on your lower timing belt cover, there's a little indention for the crankshaft position wire to ride in. Once it reaches the end of that, I BELIEVE it goes underneath the alternator bracket (the U-shaped on that shares the bolt with the water pump).

Someone correct me if I'm wrong! I had this same issue when putting the car back together after a recent timing belt job. If you don't have your answer by Saturday, I can take a picture of how mine is routed when I get back home.

Former User

The crankshaft fluctuation sensor is different than the crankshaft position sensor.

SingleCamMnstr

Honestly, that would be awesome! I'm planning on tackling the job on Saturday anyways. I would really appreciate it!.

SingleCamMnstr

Its the sensor that is right next to the crank at the bottom of the block. I can see that the wire is cut so I ordered that part.

Former User

crankshaft fluctuation (CKF) sensor

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SingleCamMnstr

Thanks!

Jimi Hondrix

As mentioned it tucks into a formed spot (indention) on the lower timing belt cover.
You can also zip-tie it to the alternator harness as well.

SingleCamMnstr

Thanks for all the responses. Can't wait to get into the job this weekend.