CMP Sensor Replacement

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Remove the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSPECTION ).
Remove the front camshaft pulley (CMP sensor pulse plate) (A).

Fig 1: Removing Front Camshaft Pulley
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Disconnect the CMP sensor connector (B), then remove the back cover (C).
Remove the CMP sensor (A) from the back cover.

Fig 2: Removing CMP Sensor From Back Cover
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Install the sensor in the reverse order of removal. Install the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION ).
Do the CKP pattern learn procedure (see CKP PATTERN CLEAR/CKP PATTERN LEARN ).