Repair Procedures: Removal

Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector (A).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Crankshaft Position Sensor Connector
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Lift the vehicle.
Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Remove the protector (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.
Crankshaft position sensor protector mounting bolt (M6):

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 2: Locating Crankshaft Position Sensor Protector
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Remove the crankshaft position sensor (A) after loosening the mounting bolt,
Crankshaft position sensor mounting bolt:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Position Sensor

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