Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Honda Pilot EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
CMP Sensor Replacement
- Set the No. 1 piston at top dead center (TDC) (see TIMING BELT REMOVAL ).
- Remove the upper and lower cover (see step 11 on TIMING BELT REMOVAL ).
- To hold the timing belt adjuster in its current position, thread in the battery clamp bolt hand-tight (see step 14 on TIMING BELT REMOVAL ).
- Remove the idler pulley bolt and the idler pulley, then remove the timing belt (see step 16 on TIMING BELT REMOVAL ).
- Remove the front camshaft pulley (A).
- Disconnect the CMP sensor connector, then remove the back cover (A).
- Remove the CMP sensor (A) from the back cover.
- Install the sensor in reverse order of removal. Reinstall the timing belt (see TIMING BELT INSTALLATION ) and other removed parts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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