CAUTION:
When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when replacing.
Do not assemble the CKP sensor or change the installation position using any method other than the following. Otherwise, it could negatively affect engine controls, such as the ignition timing and fuel injection.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Lift up the vehicle.
3. Perform the following procedure for easier access.
a. Remove the service hole cover (installed to front under cover No.2) used to remove the oil filter..
b. Remove the front splash shield (RH)..
4. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector.
5. Remove the CKP sensor.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Inspection
Crankshaft Position (CKP) SensorPurge Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Remove the air cleaner and air hose as a single unit..
4. Disconnect the high pressure fuel pump connector.
5. Disconnect the harness clip as shown in the figure.
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table ...
Quick Release (Fuel System) Connector
Purpose, Function
Serviceability has been improved by the easy disconnection/connection.
Construction
The following types of the quick release connectors are used.
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
Type A
An SST is not used with this type.
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