1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the idler pulley bracket.
3. Remove the dipstick pipe.
4. Remove the crankshaft position sensor.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Adjust the drive belt deflections.
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the idler pulley bracket.
3. Remove the dipstick pipe.
4. Remove the crankshaft position sensor.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Adjust the drive belt deflections.