Camshaft Position Sensor: Removal

2007 Scion tC Base, AutomaticSECTION Removal
  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
  2. REMOVE ENGINE COVER (See  REMOVAL  )
  3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP (See  REMOVAL  )
  4. REMOVE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR 
    1. Disconnect the sensor connector.
    2. Remove the bolt and sensor.
      Fig 1: Locating Sensor Bolt
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