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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM [L3]CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Removal/Installation
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Removal/Installation
- Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the plug hole plate. (See
PLUG HOLE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)CAUTION:
- When replacing the CMP sensor, make sure there is no foreign material on it such as metal shavings. If it is installed with foreign material, the sensor output signal will malfunction resulting from fluctuation in magnetic flux and cause a deterioration in engine control.
- Disconnect the CMP sensor connector.
- Remove the CMP sensor installation bolt.
- Remove the CMP sensor from the cylinder head cover.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
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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.