CMP Sensor Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION CMP Sensor Replacement
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  1. Remove the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSPECTION ).
  2. Remove the front camshaft pulley (CMP sensor pulse plate) (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Front Camshaft Pulley
    G03639839Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the CMP sensor connector (B), then remove the back cover (C).
  4. Remove the CMP sensor (A) from the back cover.
    Fig 2: Removing CMP Sensor From Back Cover
    G03639840Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the sensor in the reverse order of removal. Install the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION ).
  6. Do the CKP pattern learn procedure (see CKP PATTERN CLEAR/CKP PATTERN LEARN ).
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