Removal & Installation (V8)

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Remove engine cover. See Fig 1. Locate sensor connector near front of engine. Locate sensor near front of crankshaft and remove sensor mounting bolt. Remove sensor from bracket. To install, reverse removal procedure.

Fig 1: Removing Engine Cover (6-Cylinder Shown; Others Are Similar)

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Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Sensor (E46)

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