Eccentric Shaft Position Sensor Removal/Installation

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Eccentric Shaft Position Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
  • When replacing the eccentric shaft position 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.
  1. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP] .)
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Disconnect the eccentric shaft position sensor connector.
  4. Remove the eccentric shaft position sensor installation bolt and remove the eccentric shaft position sensor.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Fig 1: Eccentric Shaft Position Sensor Screws With Torque Specifications
G05981156Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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