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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.


    Object Number: 1554552  Size: SH
  1. Remove the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side .
  2. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector (1).

  3. Object Number: 55322  Size: SH

    Important: Clean the area around the CKP before removal in order to avoid debris from entering the engine.

  4. Remove the CKP sensor bolt.
  5. Remove the CKP sensor.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 55322  Size: SH
  1. Install the CKP sensor.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the CKP sensor bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1554552  Size: SH
  5. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector (1).
  6. Install the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side .
  7. Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Refer to Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn .