Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

When replacing the CKP sensor, make sure there is no foreign matter on it such as metal shavings.
If it is installed with foreign matter, the sensor output signal will malfunction resulting from fluctuation in magnetic flux and cause a deterioration in engine control.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the front crossmember under cover. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the CKP sensor connector.
Remove the bolt.

Fig 1: Crankshaft Position Sensor Bolt With Torque Specification
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the CKP sensor.
Install in the reverse order of removal.