Where is the crankshaft sensor located?

2001 DODGE DAKOTA
171,000 MILES • 4.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KAROLINASTEPH
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Truck won't start, it cranks just fine but won't start. Replaced spark plugs and checked relays and can hear fuel pump start up when trying to start, but did have gas smell on sparkplugs. Not sure what else to try but crankshaft sensor.
Oct 29, 2022 at 11:38 AM
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The crankshaft position sensor is right above the starter. here is video of the job being done on a similar truck but the procedure is the same. I have included the instructions in the images below for your truck. Start by disconnecting your battery.

https://youtu.be/-Ib3Lkde3Wo

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Oct 30, 2022 at 1:08 PM