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Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor - 2.3L Removal/Installation: Removal

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. See LIFTING .
    Fig 1: Locating RH Splash Shield Bolts
    G05460392Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the 5 bolts and the RH splash shield.
    Fig 2: Locating Engine Plug Bolt
    G06361220Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the engine plug bolt.
    Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (303-507)
    G06361221Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Turn the crankshaft pulley bolt to position the number one cylinder at top dead center (TDC) and install the special tool.
  5. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
  6. Remove the bolts and the CKP sensor.