Q: Where is the crankshaft sensor located on the 3.6 engine
Replacing crankshaft sensor
My car has 104000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hey there. On your 2008 Tribeca Subaru, the sensor is on the rear of the motor near the flywheel side under a protective cover that is accessed after the air intake chamber is removed. If you need help with this job, a certified technician from YourMechanic can come to your car’s location to replace the crankshaft sensor for you.
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