Removal & Installation (3.9L - VIN A)
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CMP sensor is located on top rear of left cylinder head. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove wiper motor. Remove harness bracket nut and stud from rear of left cylinder head and position aside. Disconnect CMP sensor harness connector. Remove CMP sensor mounting bolts. Remove CMP sensor. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten CMP sensor bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .