Removal and Installation

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Disconnect the LH and RH negative battery cables. Refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .

NOTE: The crankshaft position (CKP) sensor is located underneath the air conditioning compressor.

Fig 1: Positioning Positive Battery Cable And Bracket Aside With Torque Specifications

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Remove the nut and position the positive battery cable and bracket aside.
Remove the bolt and position the battery negative cable aside.

Fig 2: Removing Bolt And Positioning Battery Negative Cable Aside With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector.

Fig 3: Disconnecting CKP Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.

Fig 4: Removing Bolt OF CKP Sensor With Torque Specifications
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NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring before installation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.