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Removal (3.0L)

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CAUTION: Synchro Positioning Tool (303-589) must be used during installation of new synchronizer assembly. Failure to follow this procedure will result in fuel system being out of time with engine, possibly causing engine damage.
CAUTION: Do NOT turn crankshaft or camshaft during removal and installation procedure or fuel system control will be out of time. This could possibly cause engine damage.
  1. Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 piston is at TDC of compression stroke. Ensure TDC mark on crankshaft aligns with timing mark. Note position of electrical connector on CMP sensor.
  2. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove CMP sensor from synchronizer. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (3.0L & 4.0L) .
    3. NOTE: Oil pump driveshaft might come out with the camshaft synchronizer. If so, retrieve the oil pump driveshaft before proceeding.
  3. Remove the camshaft synchronizer bolt. Remove camshaft synchronizer from engine block.
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