Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation: Removal

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Perform the following procedure for easier access.
   1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No. 2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
   2. Remove the splash shield. (See SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector.
4. Remove the CKP sensor.

Fig 1: CKP Sensor And Bolts

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