CMP Sensor Replacement

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

Fig 1: CMP Sensor Connector, CMP Sensor & Front Camshaft Pulley With Torque Specifications
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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: Identifying CMP Sensor
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Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Install the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION ).
Do the CKP pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see CKP PATTERN CLEAR/CKP PATTERN LEARN ).