IMA Motor Rotor Position Sensor Removal/Installation

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION IMA Motor Rotor Position Sensor Removal/Installation
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  1. Remove the IMA motor housing (see DRAIN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ  ).
  2. Remove the bolts (A, B) and the IMA motor rotor position sensor (C).
    Fig 1: Bolts With Torque Specifications And IMA Motor Rotor Position Sensor
    G06429998Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE: Tighten the bolts (A) first, then tighten the bolts (B).
  4. Do the motor rotor position calibration procedure (see IMA MOTOR ROTOR POSITION CALIBRATIONΒ  ).
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