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Removal (3.0L VIN U & 2)

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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Note position of CMP sensor electrical connector. Remove CMP sensor. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (3.0L VIN U & 2)  under CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CMP). Before removing CMP synchronizer assembly, set piston No. 1 to Top Dead Center (TDC) of compression stroke.
  2. Apply reference marks on CMP synchronizer assembly and engine. Remove CMP synchronizer assembly hold-down bolt and clamp. Remove CMP synchronizer assembly. Oil pump drive shaft may come out with synchronizer. If so, retrieve oil pump driveshaft before proceeding.