Removal (GS430, LS430 & LX470)
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2002 Lexus SC 430, 2002 Lexus RX 300, 2002 Lexus LX 470, 2002 Lexus LS 430, and 2002 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor is mounted to front of left upper (No. 3) timing belt cover. Remove engine cover. Drain engine coolant. Disconnect upper radiator hose from front water by-pass connector. Disconnect engine wiring harness from wire clamps. Disconnect CMP connector. Disconnect CMP sensor wiring harness from wire clamp on left upper timing belt cover.
- Remove wire grommet from left upper timing belt cover. Remove left upper timing belt cover nut and bolts. Disconnect wire clamp for CMP sensor from left upper timing belt cover. Remove connector holder from sensor connector. Remove left upper timing belt cover and gasket. Remove bolt, stud and CMP sensor.