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Removal and Installation

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    Both camshaft position (CMP) sensors 

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  3. Remove the throttle body. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS - 3.0L (4V) .
  4. RH CMP sensor 

  5. Remove the 2 bolts, the nut and the upper intake manifold support bracket.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  6. Disconnect the RH CMP electrical connector.
  7. Remove the bolt and the RH CMP sensor.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Inspect and install a new O-ring seal as necessary.
  8. LH CMP sensor 

  9. Remove the fuel tube bracket bolt and position the fuel tube aside.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  10. Disconnect the LH CMP sensor electrical connector.
  11. Remove the bolt and the LH CMP sensor.
    • To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
    • Inspect and install a new O-ring seal as necessary.
  12. Both CMP sensors 

    NOTE: Lubricate the O-ring seals with clean engine oil.
  13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.