What is a Reluctor ring on a camshaft?

So what is a reluctor ring? It’s a multi-toothed timing ring press-fit on a crankshaft which works with a magnetic sensor to identify crankshaft position. They are generally two plates that are welded together, though Callies Crankshaft makes single-piece models (available through Goodson).

What is the purpose of Reluctor ring?

function in direct-ignition systems The reluctor ring is mounted on the crankshaft so that as the crankshaft rotates the magnetic sensor is triggered by notches in the reluctor ring. The magnetic sensor provides position information to the electronic control module, which governs ignition timing.

Where is the crankshaft located in an engine?

bottom end
What Is a Crankshaft? Located in the “bottom end” of an engine, the crankshaft harnesses the tremendous force of combustion (the violent burning of the air and fuel in the combustion chamber) by thrusting the pistons downward, causing the crankshaft to rotate. This rotation is the power source of an engine.

How do you remove a Reluctor wheel?

If you’re removing an original reluctor wheel, first place matchmarks on both the reluctor wheel and crank rear flange. The position of the wheel is critical. NOTE: DO NOT attempt to remove the wheel with a puller, since you’ll bend/distort the relatively thin wheel.

How is the crankshaft reluctor and oil pump drive gear timed?

Important: The crankshaft reluctor and the oil pump drive gear are timed at the factory. In order to re-establish proper timing, install knock pins in the oil pump drive gear if the crankshaft reluctor was removed from the oil pump drive gear. The knock pins are available through the parts department.

Where can I buy a crankshaft reluctor wheel?

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How is the position of the crankshaft determined?

To track the position of the crankshaft, a toothed wheel, also known as a reluctor ring, attached to the rotating crankshaft disrupts a magnetic field as it passes the sensor. The on-off signals thus generated allows the ECU to determine both the position and, if desired, the rotational speed of the crankshaft.

How to install crankshaft reluctor on oil pump?

Install the crankshaft reluctor on the oil pump drive gear. Ensure the reluctor is aligned on the knock pins. Install the crankshaft reluctor bolts. Tighten the crankshaft reluctor bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

Where are the timing reluctor wheels on a LS engine?

Up until 2004 all LS engines had 24x crankshaft reluctor wheels. The cam reluctor was machined into the camshaft and the 1x signal was read by a cam sensor in the valley at the back of the engine. The camgear used therefore had no timing lumps and was “type D” below and was held on by 3 bolts. 24 x crankshaft reluctor wheels.

What kind of wheels do crankshaft reluctor wheels use?

24 x crankshaft reluctor wheels. No cam reluctor machined into camshaft. Cam sensor moved to front timing cover. Camgear used was “type C” 1 x signal below and held on by 3 bolts. 58 x crankshaft reluctor wheels.

How do you install a crankshaft reluctor Assembly?

Install the crankshaft reluctor bolts. Tighten the crankshaft reluctor bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in). Important: Do not damage the teeth on the crankshaft reluctor assembly. Install the oil pump drive gear and reluctor assembly to the crankshaft.