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Removal Procedure

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
    3. Fig 1: View Of Right Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield
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  3. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield fasteners (1) and remove the heat shield (2).
  4. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side .
    5. Fig 2: Crank Sensor Heat Shield
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  5. Remove the crank sensor heat shield retainers and the heat shield (1) to gain access to the crank position sensor.
    6. Fig 3: Locating CKP Electrical Connector
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  6. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) electrical connector (3).
    7. Fig 4: Identifying Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
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  7. Remove the crankshaft sensor fastener (1).
  8. Remove the crankshaft sensor (2).
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