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) SensorB Pillar Lower Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the front scuff plate..
2. Remove the rear scuff plate..
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the B-pillar lower trim
in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching hooks A,
pins B.
5. Take th ...
Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Rear shock absorber upper nut
(See Rear Shock Absorber Upper nut Installation Note.)
2
Rear shock absorber lower bolt
3
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Liftgate Recess Removal/Installation
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure and detach hooks A.
2. Remove the liftgate recess in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure
avoiding hooks B.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...