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Removal (4.0L)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mazda B4000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Position crankshaft to TDC of cylinder No. 1, on compression stroke. Note position of electrical connector on CMP sensor.
  2. Disconnect negative battery cable. Unplug harness connector from CMP sensor. Remove CMP sensor screws and CMP sensor from positioner. See Figure . Remove synchronizer hold-down bolt and CMP synchronizer.
CAUTION: DO NOT  rotate crankshaft while synchronizer is removed from engine.