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) SensorUp Switch Inspection [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Continuity Inspection
NOTE:
The up switch is built into the selector lever component.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front console..
3. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
4. Verify that the continuity between selector lever component ...
Rear Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect each connecting part for looseness.
Tighten or replace parts if necessary.
2. Inspect the dust boot on the drive shaft for cracks, damage, leaking grease,
and looseness in the boot band.
3. Inspect the drive shaft for bends, cracks, and wear in the joints or splines. ...
Start Stop Unit Inspection
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Column cover.
2. Verify that the voltages of each of the terminals are as indicated in the
terminal voltage table (reference).
If the voltage is not as specified in the terminal voltage table (reference),
inspect the parts under Inspection item(s) a ...