Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation - 2.5L: Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. See LIFTING .
Remove the 5 bolts, the pin-type retainer (not shown in illustration) and the RH splash shield.

Fig 1: Locating RH Splash Shield Bolts
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Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the hole in the crankshaft pulley is in the 3 o'clock position.

Fig 2: Locating Crankshaft Pulley Hole In The 3 O'clock Position
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Remove the engine plug bolt.

Fig 3: Locating Engine Plug Bolt
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Install the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg and turn the crankshaft clockwise until the crankshaft contacts the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg.
NOTE:
- When the crankshaft contacts the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg, the No. 1 cylinder will be at top dead center (TDC).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Crankshaft Top Dead Center (TDC) Timing Peg
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Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
Remove the bolts and the CKP sensor.